Compound Machine

Alex Clapper and Tyler Darragh

Compound Machine
Requirements:
Must lift a text book 1ft
Must Contain 3 simple machines
Must contain one power train system
Our machine Contains:
A lever

A wheel and axle

Simple Machines IMAs

Lever IMA: 4
Gear System IMA: 1.4

Sprocket IMA: 1.667

Pulley IMA: 1

Compound Machine Results

IMA Total= IMA1xIMA2xIMA3xIMA4
IMA Total=4x1.4x1.667x1=9.33

Total AMA= 8.58

Efficiency=92%

Mistakes and Things to do Differently

Building too quickly and needing to adjust after
Not having a clear enough design
Making sure all parts needed would be available

Major Take-a-Ways
Overall the takeaway from this project is a deeper
understanding of the simple machines and of gear train
systems. Also a better understanding of the design process.