Compound Lever

Description

Levers of any of the 3 Classes may be combined such that the load of one lever is the effort applied to another.

This can be done to increase Mechanical Advantage (especially where operating space is restricted) or to increase movement as with a piano key mechanism for example.

Features and Uses

Common examples of Compound Lever applications include: nail clippers, bolt cutters, bench shears, 'aviation' type tinsnips, bass drum pedal and mechanical typewriter mechanisms.

DT Online Buyers' Guide

Simple Frames and Linkages can be explored using Construction Kits such as those listed below. More varied models can be constructed using the materials listed at Truss Bridge Models or Stripwood Technology Materials and tools described in Stripwood Technology Tools.

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