The Machines
Inclined Plane
An inclined plane is yet another Physics method of increasing the distance you must move an object while at the same time decreasing the force you need to move an object. If you want to lift a load vertically you might want to consider using an inclined plane, also known as a ramp. You must move the object a longer distance but with less force. This is a diagram of an inclined plane.
An Inclined Plane.
Drawing Analysis:
- Green Arrow: This arrow represents the direction a person must push or pull to get the load to raise up.
- Red Arrow/Box: This is the load force on the inclined plane.
- Yellow Triangle This represents the actual inclined plane.
This inclined plane setup is used as a ramp, an easier method of raising an object. If you assume that the distance that the object is lifted is two meters, and the top of the ramp was three meters long we can find the mechanical advantage using the I.M.A formula. If you put in a distance of three meters and get out a distance of two, that means the I.M.A. is 1.5.
There is no problem associated with this machine.
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