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Does the length of the arm of a Trebuchet affect how far it can throw?
Yes, the longer the arm of a Trebuchet, the farther it can throw a projectile. This is because a longer arm allows for a greater range of motion, resulting in increased velocity and distance when launching the projectile.
How does a trebuchet use force?
A trebuchet uses the force of gravity to propel its projectile. The counterweight falling creates kinetic energy, which is transferred to the arm of the trebuchet and then to the projectile, launching it forward. Additionally, the leverage provided by the long arm of the trebuchet amplifies this force.
How does the trebuchet function?
The trebuchet is an awesome medieval siege weapon that uses gravity to launch a projectile over an enemy's walls. On one end is a massive weight that is often far heavier in proportion to the projectile. On the other end is a sling that holds the projectile. When the swing arm is set in motion, the release mechanism frees the sling at the highest point in the swing. This allows the projectile to get the highest trajectory as possible so that it could get over enemy walls.The key difference between catapults and trebuchets is that the catapult's basket, which holds the projectile, is attached directly to the swing arm whereas the trebuchet's is attached to a sling. Despite what many will say, the difference does not lie in the way that it gets its motion, whether elastic or kinetic, but way the projectile. Catapults were used to break down the enemy's wall because of its lower traject
What is the function of the trebuchet sling release mechanism in launching projectiles?
The trebuchet sling release mechanism is responsible for releasing the projectile at the optimal moment during the trebuchet's swing, allowing for maximum distance and accuracy in launching projectiles.
What is the fulcrum on a trebuchet?
The fulcrum on a trebuchet is the pivot point around which the throwing arm swings. It is crucial for determining the range and accuracy of the projectile being launched. By adjusting the position of the fulcrum, the trebuchet can be fine-tuned for different throwing distances.
What was the weapon used to hurl boulders horizontally against an enemy's walls?
trebuchet
Is a catapult stronger than a trebuchet?
In some ways, yes. A trebuchet can hurl objects farther and higher than a catapult, but a catapult can throw with more force.
What is the distance of the trebuchet?
they could hurl 300 lb. stone projectiles up to 300 yards
What are the similarities between a catapult and a trebuchet?
a trebuchet is a type of catapult. it used a counter weight
What were catpults used for in Medieval Times?
Catapults were used mainly in the event of a siege of a town/city with defensive walls. A catapult could hurl a large object to far distances, therefore it was used to hurl big boulders against walls in order to destroy it. Catapults however wasn't very usual during the medieval times, the more effective Trebuchet was more common, which is a 'more advanced catapult' you could say. Note that around mid 13th century the cannon was standardized and the use of non-handheld mechanical device designed to hurl an object without the aid of an explosive substance was more or less abandoned.
What are some catapult designs?
As far as i know there are three: the basic catapult, trebuchet, and the floating arm trebuchet.
Can a Trebuchet or an Onager throw an object further?
I think a Trebuchet can shoot farther. Feel free to edit this post if you find proof that this is incorrect.
How far can a Trebuchet launch ammunation?
A trebuchet could launch ammunition such as large rocks or projectiles up to distances of over 300 meters, depending on factors such as the size and weight of the projectile, the counterweight of the trebuchet, and the angle of release.
What was a trebuchet used for?
The trebuchet was used to hurl rocks at either enemy bases ( places in which the enemy were living ) or straight towards groups of the enemy. it worked like a see saw and was extremely useful in wiping out large amounts of targeted opponent. However, they were difficult to aim or move, and look a long time to load.
How far does a trebuchet throw?
70000000 miles
What is the difference between a traction trebuchet and a counterweighted trebuchet?
the differencce is a traction trebuchet has people jumping on one a rope end to fling the projectile the counterweighted uses a counter weight 3x the weight of a normal projectile of 12 cwt. to fling the projectile
How do you make a sentence out of the word hurl?
Hurl it
