MAALIHAN, KARLA CLARISSE B.

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September 3, 2016
BSEE 3104

SEATWORK #1
APPLICATIONS OF STATICS
Simple Machines
A simple machine has an applied force that works against a load force. If there
are no frictional losses, the work done on the load is equal to the work done by the
applied force. This allows an increase in the output force at the cost of a proportional
decrease in distance moved by the load. The ratio of the output force to the input force
is the mechanical advantage of the machine. If the machine does not absorb energy, its
mechanical advantage can be calculated from the machine's geometry. For instance,
the mechanical advantage of a lever is equal to the ratio of its lever arms. Simple
machines which do not experience frictional losses are called ideal machines. For these
ideal machines, the power in (rate of energy input) in equal to the power out (rate of
energy output): Pin=Pout.
Example of Simple Machines:
Pulley
A pulley is one of the original simple machines. The pulley was possibly created
by Archimedes in B.C. times. Its original use was to lift buckets of water. The term
sheave can also be used to refer to a pulley. The original primary use for pulleys was to
make it easier to lift heavy items. The pulley is a simple machine made with a wheel and
a rope, cord, or chain. There are three types of pulleys (a) one has a fixed axle, (b)one
has a moveable axle, (c)a compound, which is a mixture of the two. Pulleys can be
found everywhere to help make tasks easier. In addition to lifting things, pulleys can be
used singly or with many pulleys working together in order to transport people or things.
They can also be used to provide power from one shaft to another.