Mechanical Leverage Functions

Mechanical Leverage Functions

• (y) Beam Length: computes the required length of a beam above the fulcrum for a lever to raise a weight (W) based on the downward weight applied (F) and the length below the fulcrum (x).
• (W) Lift Weight: computes the weight that can be lifted with a lever based on the length of the beam (y) above the fulcrum, the length (x) below the fulcrum and downward weight applied (F).
• (x) Fulcrum Position: computes the length from the object to the fulcrum needed in a lever to lift a weight (W) with a downward force (F) with a beam of length (L), where L = x + y (see below).
• (F) Downward Force or Weight: computes the mass needed to create the downward force (F) to raise the object with a lever.
• L = x+y : computes the sum of two lengths