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JinglePeter
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Hi Guys,
I'm working on the theory for a piece of gym equipment, but I am afraid my physics-capabilities are somewhat limited.
In order to illustrate my question, I have made a drawing, please look at the attachment.
Excuse my english as well, it is not my first language.
So on the image you see a long cable pulled around 3 wheels. For the sake of theory let's assume there is no friction caused by the wheels.
How much weight do you need to put on the cable (Side C) in order to even out the weight distribution?
At first I thought 10 KGs, but I guess the angles make a lower requirement on side C than side A?
Is there someone who can help me confirm this? Preferrably with some kind of math behind it.
Thanks in advance!
- Peter
I'm working on the theory for a piece of gym equipment, but I am afraid my physics-capabilities are somewhat limited.
In order to illustrate my question, I have made a drawing, please look at the attachment.
Excuse my english as well, it is not my first language.
So on the image you see a long cable pulled around 3 wheels. For the sake of theory let's assume there is no friction caused by the wheels.
How much weight do you need to put on the cable (Side C) in order to even out the weight distribution?
At first I thought 10 KGs, but I guess the angles make a lower requirement on side C than side A?
Is there someone who can help me confirm this? Preferrably with some kind of math behind it.
Thanks in advance!
- Peter