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    Examples of Compound Pulleys: A compound pulley is a combination of the simple and moveable pulley. It is sometimes called a combination pulley. It is designed to make the effort less than half the weight of a load. It is common at construction sites where cranes lift heavy steel and concrete objects.

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    A pulley is a rope wrapped around a wheel. It changes the direction of force. A basic compound pulley has a rope attached to a stationary point looped around one wheel and then around a second wheel. Pulling on the rope pulls the two wheels closer together.

    Likewise, what are two advantages of using a compound pulley? The multiple pulley system is able to multiply the strength and pulling power of the winch, lowering the strain on the winch and the object being pulled. Such a system can be found on many heavy lifting cranes and overhead winching machines. The block and tackle is also a type of compound system.

    Beside this, what are two types of pulleys?

    There are two main types of pulleys: 1. A fixed pulley changes the direction of the force, or push or pull, that moves the load. Fixed pulleys are often used on flag poles.

    Grade 3 Simple Machines

    • wheel and rope.
    • fixed and movable.
    • compound and block and tackle.

    What are some examples of pulleys around the house?

    List of Examples of Pulleys in Our Daily Life

    • Curtains/Blinds. A simple technique of pulley is used in case of blinds, and they help in pulling the curtains up and down.
    • Flower Basket. A simple pulley system holding a flower basket, that can be lowered to water the flowers.
    • Water Well.
    • Crane.
    • Sailing Boat.
    • Washing Buildings.
    • Sports Equipment.
    • Rock Climbers.

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