How Levers, Pulleys & Gears Work 🔧

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⚙️ This video explores different methods that can be use to amplify a force, and focuses on three types of machine - levers, pulleys and gears. The amplification of a force is called mechanical advantage, and it is useful for a wide range of applications, like lifting heavy loads.

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