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Movement analysis (Lever systems (image, First class lever: In summary, in…
Movement analysis
Lever systems
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- First class lever: In summary, in a first class lever the effort (force) moves over a large distance to move the load a smaller distance, and the fulcrum is between the effort (force) and the load. As the ratio of effort (force) arm length to load arm length increases the mechanical advantage of a first class lever increases.
- Third class lever: When you lift a load using your forearm you are using a third class lever. Your biceps muscles are attached to the forearm just in front of the elbow. The load is on the hand, and the effort is between the fulcrum (elbow) and the load
- In a second class lever: The effort moves over a large distance to raise the load a small distance. As the ratio of effort (force) arm length to load arm length increases, the mechanical advantage of a second class lever increases. In a wheelbarrow, the closer the load is to the wheel, the greater the mechanical advantage.
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