Imagine if the ancient Egyptians had modern technology. Using computer design software, they would plan out their pyramid elements and dimensions; then, they’d use large excavator trucks and massive ...

What starts as a simple pulley restoration takes a weird turn when I find something unexpected inside. Rust, grime, and… well ...

Throughout history, humans have developed several simple machines to make work easier. The most notable of these are known as the "six simple machines": the wheel and axle, the lever, the inclined ...

In the world of rope rescue, we use mechanical advantage systems really for two reasons. The first being a force increasing tool and the second, a means of reducing the weight of a load during a ...

Which pulley system is best? Gym memberships can be expensive, but that’s a poor excuse for not doing your best to stay in shape. If you can’t afford the luxury of having a monthly membership to a ...

Pulley systems are simple machines that make lifting heavy objects easier. They consist of a rope or cable that passes over one or more wheels (pulleys). A single pulley changes the direction of force ...

It seems every human in the world has taken part in the Ice Bucket Challenge, but none are as cute as this dog volunteer. Buba the pooch joined in the trend and performed the challenge all by himself, ...

ROLLNLOCK is the multipurpose device CLIMBING TECHNOLOGY dedicates to mountaineering, rope access work and self-rescue. Compact, ultralight and easy to handle, it offers three different modes of ...

Atwood's machine is the name of a device that looks like this: Also known as "two masses on a pulley". Surprisingly, this simple device comes up a lot in intro physics texts. It also brings up some ...

Have you ever seen a flag being raised, or wondered how a mechanical clock works? Let’s take a look at some of the simple mechanisms that they use. Pulleys and gears. When a flag is raised, it will ...