Assemble And Test A Mechanically Neutral Lever - Clementoni 61591 Manual

Assemble and test a mechanically neutral lever

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Find the equilibrium of this type of mechanical device: position the weight (RESISTANCE) on one side of the lever and gently
press down with your hand (EFFORT) on the other side.
Note the position of the fulcrum!
• The arms are the same.
• The EFFORT is equal to the RESISTANCE.
TRY IT OUT!
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FULCRUM
EFFORT
RESISTANCE
Note: slide a collar onto the rod at the
fulcrum to secure the lever, as shown.
Final assembled model
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