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The windlass was one of the slower methods of mining for gold. Two people were required to operate it, one at the surface and one in the mine shaft. The person in the shaft filled a bucket with potential gold-bearing soil and rocks, and the person on the surface operated the windlass to wind up the bucket. The contents of the bucket were then sorted through, perhaps in a cradle or a pan.
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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 were buckets used on the goldfields?
on the goldfields a bucket is used to keep dert and rox in it
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.
Who invented the Windlass?
The Chinese, or differential, windlass was invented in 1582.
What is a machine used to raise and lower a ship's anchor?
The device is called a windlass.
What type of font is used on rick Riordan's cover of The Sea of Monsters?
Windlass
What did prospectors do with there gold on the goldfields?
they used it to buy stuff
What weapons was used on the goldfields?
Musket pistols, riffles, Saber's
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 Chinese windlass?
a Chinese windlass or differential windlass is two drums of two different diameters turning on the same shaft with the rope unwinding from the smaller drum and winding on the large drum at the same time adding extra mechanical advantage .
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
What is a Sluice box used for in goldfields?
a wooden box used to separate the gold from the rubble
