Basic Machines

There are only six simple machines: the lever, the block, the wheel and axle, the inclined plane, the screw, and the gear. All complex machines are combinations of these simple machines. Of particular interest is the US Navy take on gun tackle and luff on luff tackle.

Includes formulas for, and examples of, calculating machanical efficiency and theoretical mechanical advantage.

This is a selection from a nonresident training course designed to that train Sailors and Fleet Marine Force members while not assigned to training commands.

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