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Simple Machines

Published on Nov 20, 2015

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SIMPLE MACHINES

MAKING WORK EASIER
Photo by autowitch

INCLINED PLANE

A SLANTED FLAT SURFACE USED TO HELP MOVE OBJECTS
Photo by abux_77

WEDGE

  • A type of inclined plane
  • the pointed end is used to pry through objects
  • Ex. Axe, knife

SCREW

  • A TYPE OF INCLINED PLANE
  • THE INCLINED PLANE IS WRAPPED AROUND A CYLINDER
  • Every turn of they screw helps hold the object togather
Photo by wwarby

LEVER

PRIES THINGS LOOSE. EVER LEVER HAS A "FULCRUM"
Photo by harmishhk

WHEEL AND AXLE

  • A Type of lever
  • Moves objects using multiple levers
  • Wheel turns axle creating movement
Photo by Grant.C

PULLEY

  • A type of lever
  • Uses a cord
  • The cord is wrapped around a wheel
  • As it rotates the cord moves direction
Photo by bill barber