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LEONARDO DA VINCI - Mechanical principles of pulley-block operation


Ms. G (IFP), fol. 82r

The notes and drawings on this page strictly define the variable but always proportional ratios in pulley blocks between the load, the force required to lift it, the rope's angle and displacement, and the time required for lifting.

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