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No, they are complex- the old steam cranes were multi-engined set-ups in effect every lever in the cab ( or most) was either a throttle or a shift ( Johnson Bar) and worked Both Ways! compare with three-control layout of a PATH car ( Throttle, Brake, reverser key) there are also boom hoists, drums, clutches, counterweights, heavy duty stuff.
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What kind of a simple machine is a crane?
The crane is a pulley
What is a hoisting machine?
A crane is a hoisting machine.
Is a knife a compound machine or a simple machine?
simple machine
Is it called a crane machine or a claw machine?
both but i rather call it claw machine people call it more that
Is a baseball a simple machine?
A baseball is not a simple machine
What kind of a simple machine is a crane?
The crane is a pulley
Which simple machine is used in lifting a load with crane?
A crane utilizes a combination of simple machines, but the primary one involved in lifting a load is the pulley. The pulley system allows the crane to lift heavy loads with relatively less effort by applying force over a distance.
What simple machine do you use to get up a slide?
a small crane made of pulleies and rope
How many simple machines does a crane have?
If it goes up just some, it could be considered a ramp, or inclined plane. Otherwise it is not any sort of simple machine. Good question though:)
What is a machine hoist?
A crane is a hoisting machine.
What is a hoisting machine?
A crane is a hoisting machine.
Is a crane a complex machine?
Yes, certainly. Look at the multiplicity of drive mechanisms, gears, drums, steering clutches, even specialized axles and differentials in some cases. Four arms might be ideal to conn a big Hammerhead!
What is a machine for lifting heavy items called?
well it is a Crane :)
What is the game called when you get stuffed animals?
claw machine, or crane machine
Is an airplane a simple machine?
An airplane is not a simple machine. A lever is a simple machine. A wheel is a simple machine. Any machine that can be described by a mathematical formula is a simple machine.
Who invent the crane machine?
In 1846, Sir William Armstrong introduced the hydraulic crane.
Why is a machine crane called a crane?
Because it look a bit like the bird, which is tall and slender.
