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A windlass is a rope around an axle, used for winding and lifting. The rope and handle that lifts a bucket of water out of a well is a windlass.
A:Windlass, noun, meaning any of various modifications of the wheel and axle employing a revolving cylinder, used for hoisting or hauling.
verb intransitive, to use a windlass.
verb transitive, to hoist by means of a windlass.
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Windlass, noun, a circuitous movement, especially to intercept game; an indirect, crafty action.
verb intransitive, to take a roundabout course.
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What is a windlass made of?
Windlass is made of a bucket,rope,and a long piece of straight, round, strong timber
What is a windlass used for in the 1930?
A windlass is used to move heavy weights - and is sometimes used on boats to raise an anchor.
How successful was the windlass in 1850?
The windlass was not very successful in the 1850's because it only went into a hole...That is all
Who invented the Windlass?
The Chinese, or differential, windlass was invented in 1582.
How does a windlass work?
A windlass is basically a rotating level. It has a crank that winds rope onto a spool. The spool is geared and able to withstand major amounts of pressure.
How does windlass works?
A windlass is basically a rotating level. It has a crank that winds rope onto a spool. The spool is geared and able to withstand major amounts of pressure.
What is a windlass shanty?
A windlass shanty was a working song sung by sailors in the 19th century. This particular shanty was associated with raising and lowering the anchor and other repetitive tasks.
What are the mining techniques?
the whim,windlass,stamping baterries
Is a windlass a compound machine?
Yes, it is because it has a wheel and a axle.
What type of simple machine is a windlass?
i think it is a wheel and axle
When applying a CAT how many times windlass twisted?
3
What is a windlass used for?
A windlass is used for raising or lowering heavy objects, such as anchors on ships or drawbridges. It typically consists of a cylinder around which a rope or chain is wound, allowing for easier lifting of weighty loads.
