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When was a trebuchet invented?
The oldest documentation of traction trebuchets date back to China in the 4th century BC. The first record of counterweight trebuchets comes from an Islamic scholar in 1187 AD.
How do counterweights affect launch on trebuchets?
Counterweights in trebuchets play a crucial role in launching projectiles by providing the necessary force to propel the arm and the projectile forward. When the counterweight is released, its gravitational potential energy converts into kinetic energy, causing the arm to pivot rapidly. This motion allows for a greater launch velocity and distance of the projectile. The size and weight of the counterweight directly influence the trebuchet's effectiveness, as a heavier counterweight typically results in a more powerful launch.
What are the Norman catapults called?
The Norman catapults are commonly referred to as "mangonels" or "trebuchets." These siege engines were used during the medieval period to hurl projectiles at enemy fortifications. Mangonels typically employed a torsion mechanism, while trebuchets utilized a counterweight system for greater projectile range and force. Both were pivotal in Norman warfare tactics.
What would be a good ratio on a floating arm trebuchet?
There are two ratios that are usually come up with trebuchets: beam (leverage) and mass (missile to counterweight) ratios. The classic beam ratio for a FAT is 2:1. For trebuchets in general a mass ratio of between 80:1 to 160:1 can be used. You can go lower, but performance will suffer, and over around 120:1 you run into diminishing returns.
What is the trajectory weapon called that was used to fling rocks?
The pierrier is a stone throwing device and is used to cover a number of different types of war engine. Pierriers were employed either to smash walls or to throw projectiles over them.All pierriers were made from wood. There are different types: the traction trebuchets, counterweight trebuchets, onagers (mangonels) and balistas (springalds).Of course, the sling shot was the very first type.
How heavy is the trebuchet?
There was no standard set of dimensions for a trebuchet. The counterweight trebuchet could be very large, throwing projectiles of hundreds of kilograms over great distances. A modern trebuchet that won a contest throwing pumpkins was 51 feet tall. I should imagine this was probably not as big as the largest medieval trebuchets. On the other hand, there were traction trebuchets, in which the motive force was men pulling on a rope, and these were comparatively small. Hand trebuchets, which were little more than slings on the ends of staffs, were also used. There is a link below to an article on trebuchets.
What counterweight do to mine winding system?
The counterweight balances the load in the lift-shaft.
What weapon was used to toss huge stones at walls or gates in medieval time?
In medieval times, trebuchets were the primary weapon used to hurl large stones at walls or gates during sieges. These powerful siege engines operated on a counterweight system, allowing them to launch heavy projectiles over long distances with great force. Trebuchets could effectively breach fortifications, making them a crucial tool in warfare during that era.
What were middle age catapults made of?
wood with metal braces and a metal rock-holder-thingy TYPICALLY WOOD AND IRON USING STRETCHED ROPE OR A COUNTERWEIGHT SYSTEM FOR PROPELLING A STONE OR FIRE MISSILE THE WORD IS ORIGINALY ROMAN(CATAPULTA) IN THE MIDDLE AGES THEY WERE KNOWN AS TREBUCHETS OR ARBALESTS
How do you launch a trebuchet?
trebuchets were launched by first tying down the throwing arm. then its sling was loaded with projectiles. it was released when the sling was full. The counterweight on the other end of the throwing arm dropped, pulling the sling up and causing it to hurl the projectiles. this had to be done every time they needed to launch the trebuchet. if you don't know what "projectiles" means, then just look it up.
What were trebuchets made from?
wood
What advantages did people gain from having trebuchets?
Trebuchets were an effective battle technique. They used the force of a raised counterweight to fling heavy objects into the air. The projectiles were placed in a pouch or net then flung into the air in an attempt to hit the castle or soldiers.Although trebuchets were effective, they were large and cumbersome things that could easily be burnt down as they were made of wood.File:Trebuchet_Castelnaud.jpg
