Simple Machines Examples: Wedge
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| Audience/Grade: | 0-8 |
| Discipline(s): |
Design Mechanical Engineering |
| Special Topic(s): |
Simple Machines |
| Learning Resource Type: |
Reference - Visuals |
| Media Type: |
Video |
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| Description: | A wedge is made by putting two inclined planes together. They come together to form a V-shape. A wedge may be used to lift or pry apart heavy objects. A wedge can also be used to stop an object from moving. A wedge has only one part. The force and the load move in different directions. In this picture, as the force moves the ax down, the load (wood) breaks apart and falls to the sides. Examples shown are: blade of a knife, blade of scissors, sharp edge of an ax, sharp edge of a shovel, a door stop and a "chock" for stopping a car from rolling. |
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| Is Component of: |
Simple Machines Made Simple |
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| Use of Resource: |
Images of wedges Florida State Standards: SC.C.2.2.1.3.1 - Students know the six types of simple machines. SC.H.3.2.3.3.1 - Students understand how scientific discoveries have helped or hindered progress regarding human health and lifestyles. |
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| Publication Date: | October 2006 |
| Platform/Format: |
WWW |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Download URL: | http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/Weblessons/SimpleMachines/mac |
| Metadata: |
IEEE LOM Record |
| Collection: |
NEEDS
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