When you push or pull with a simple machine, you are applying a force and doing work. And, if you get more force out of a machine than you put into it, then that machine has a mechanical advantage.

“Introduction to Mechanical Systems” provides a foundational overview of mechanical systems - simple machines, such as the lever, incline planed, and wheel, are the building blocks of even the most ...

This live Q&A was filmed on 1-8-2020 as a follow up to the STEM in 30 Episode - Solving Complex Problems with Simple Machines. You can check out the full episode here ...