Planet PE
GCSE PE- Levers and Mechanical Advantage
GCSE PE Lever systems with Rich from Planet PE. This is topic which lots of students find tough to grasp. I take you through all the aspects of a Lever system and the classifications of each lever system.
ATHS Engineering
Mechanisms: Inclined Planes, Wedges, and Screws
In this video, we learn about the three types of simple machines: inclined planes, wedges, and screws. We explore how they work, their mechanical advantages, and the terminology associated with screws. Music: Foundation by Vibe Tracks
Wonderscape
Science Kids: Six Simple Machines
In this video, students will learn about six simple machines: lever, inclined plane, wedge, wheel and axle, pulley, and screw. They will understand the basic principles of how these machines work and how they can make our lives easier by...
ATHS Engineering
Mechanisms: Levers, Axles, and Pulleys
In this video, we learn about three types of simple machines: levers, wheel and axle systems, and pulleys. The different types of levers are explained, as well as the mechanical advantages of each. We also learn about the different types...
Catalyst University
Biomechanics | Torque Problem #1 (Elbow Joint) [Biceps Force, Mech. Adv., Joint Reaction Force]
This vide is the first torque problem about the elbow joint in which we calculate the force due to the elbow flexors (biceps brachii), the mechanical advantage of the elbow, and the associated joint reaction force.
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding the Wheel and Axle
In this video, we explore the concept of the wheel and axle, a fundamental device that we encounter in our everyday lives. This video is part of the 11-part series, Everyday Simple Machines.
Visual Learning Systems
Exploring Screws
In this video, we explore the concept of screws as a simple machine. By explaining how screws work as inclined planes wrapped around a cylinder, the video highlights their ability to hold things together by exerting outward force. This...
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Work and Simple Machines
In this video, the concept of work is explained, highlighting that work is done when a force causes an object to move. It also introduces the idea of simple machines, which can decrease the amount of force or effort needed to do work....
Visual Learning Systems
Simple Machines: Calculating Mechanical Advantage
A day does not go by without using simple machines. This program explores the six major types of simple machines with practical, colorful examples of each. Vivid video footage illustrates how each of the following simple machines works...
Visual Learning Systems
The Power of Wedges
This video provides a brief explanation of wedges as a type of simple machine. It highlights how a knife, axe blade, and other tools function as wedges, emphasizing their ability to cut and split objects. This video is part of the...
Visual Learning Systems
Pulleys: Exploring Their Functions and Types
This video provides an introduction to pulleys as simple machines. The video describes the basic components of a pulley and distinguishes between two main types of pulleys: fixed pulleys and movable pulleys. This video is part of the...
Visual Learning Systems
Simple Machines: Levers
A day does not go by without using simple machines. This program explores the six major types of simple machines with practical, colorful examples of each. Vivid video footage illustrates how each of the following simple machines works...
Veritasium
Why Machines That Bend Are Better
The world of compliant mechanisms is only limited by the imagination! The video lesson begins with a comparison between traditional machines and compliant mechanisms. The scientists then explain the advantage of having flexible, bendable...
Bozeman Science
Simple Machines
Sometimes simple machines don't seem so...simple. The video lesson explains the principles of simple machines. Viewers also discover the concept of mechanical advantage and how it affects the forces related to simple machines.
TED-Ed
The Mighty Mathematics of the Lever
Exactly what did Archimedes mean when he said, "Give me a place to stand, and I will move the Earth"? Watch this video and find out as it explains the mathematics behind levers, and explores a few fun hypothetical situations...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mechanical Advantage (Part 2)
More on mechanical advantage, levers and moments.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mechanical Advantage: Introduction to Mechanical Advantage
Introduction to simple machines, mechanical advantage and moments. [10:02]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mechanical Advantage: Mechanical Advantage (Part 3)
Introduction to the mechanical advantage of pulleys and wedges. [10:35]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Wheel
Answer the questions after watching a silent video demonstrating a lever.[3:14]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Pulleys
Answer questions after watching videos demonstrating pulleys. Also included is a video on how to calculate the mechanical advantage for pulleys.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Lever
Answer the questions after watching a silent video demonstrating a lever. Also included are videos on mechanical advantage levers.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Rope & Pulley System: Lesson 1
This lesson introduces the learner to rope and pulley systems. It is 1 of 2 in the series titled "Rope & Pulley System."
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: What Is an Inclined Plane?
A video illustrates what an inclined plane is and describes the mechanical advantage provided by the simple machine. [1:30]