Mechanics




Statics of rigid bodies

1J30.10 Suspended Block
Use: Adjust masses on weight holder until forces balanced. Remove inclined plane. Normal force, weight and tension will balance so object does not move. Can adjust to different angles.  
Setup: Assembled as needed. Some time needed to assemble and adjust.
Equations: N= W cos(A), T=Wsin(A)
Safety Issues: none

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