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A pulley in a catapult is used to provide mechanical advantage by increasing the force applied to launch the projectile. As the tension in the rope connected to the pulley increases, it allows for a greater potential energy to be stored and then released rapidly to launch the projectile further and with more force. The pulley system helps in making the catapult more efficient and powerful.
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Is a catapult a pulley or gear?
A catapult is neither a pulley nor a gear. It is a mechanical device used to launch objects through the use of tension and propulsion mechanisms.
Does a catapult use a pulley?
A catapult does not typically use a pulley. Catapults rely on stored energy, usually from a tension mechanism like a spring or twisted ropes, to launch projectiles. The release of this stored energy propels the projectile forward without the need for a pulley system.
What is the formula for the percent efficiency of a pulley?
The formula for the percent efficiency of a pulley is (output work/input work) x 100%. It compares the output work (work done by the pulley) to the input work (work done on the pulley) to determine how efficient the pulley system is in transferring energy.
Greek scientist who discovered the principal of the lever and invented the double pulley and a catapult?
Archimedes is the Greek scientist who discovered the principle of the lever and invented the double pulley. He did not invent the catapult but he did improve it. He also discovered the when an object is place in fluid, the volume of the fluid that is displaced is equal to the volume of the object.
How does the catapult work when considering work input and work output?
The catapult is a simple machine. The work input is the restraining of the payload and pressure put on the spring or lever. The work output is the delivery of the payload with the energy of the work transferred to it.
Is a catapult a pulley or gear?
A catapult is neither a pulley nor a gear. It is a mechanical device used to launch objects through the use of tension and propulsion mechanisms.
When moving things off of the ground onto a higher surface is a pulley more effective or a catapult?
A catapult is probably more effective, though a pulley is easier and safer to use.
Does a catapult use a pulley?
A catapult does not typically use a pulley. Catapults rely on stored energy, usually from a tension mechanism like a spring or twisted ropes, to launch projectiles. The release of this stored energy propels the projectile forward without the need for a pulley system.
What is another word for catapult?
Another work for catapult is trebuchet.
When you catapult a gummy bear why does it work?
Because the catapult is effective.
Would a catapult work in zero gravity?
a catapult yes. a trebuchet no
How does a catapult and ballista work?
Yes, it is a catapult. Just like a mangonel but not a trebuchet.
How do trebuchets operate?
They work as a catapult.
What is the formula for the percent efficiency of a pulley?
The formula for the percent efficiency of a pulley is (output work/input work) x 100%. It compares the output work (work done by the pulley) to the input work (work done on the pulley) to determine how efficient the pulley system is in transferring energy.
Can you name some small machines for me?
Small machines or do you mean simple machines? A wedge, a lever, pulley, wheel & axel are all small/simple machines. You can see a lever work in a seesaw or a catapult, a wheel and axel work in a wheelbarrow, and a wedge can work to keep a door open.
Greek scientist who discovered the principal of the lever and invented the double pulley and a catapult?
Archimedes is the Greek scientist who discovered the principle of the lever and invented the double pulley. He did not invent the catapult but he did improve it. He also discovered the when an object is place in fluid, the volume of the fluid that is displaced is equal to the volume of the object.
Why did Tyrant make the catapult?
to make the work easy.
