12.3 Simple Machines 12.3 Inclined Plane An inclined plane is a flat, sloped surface (ramp) An inclined plane allows you to exert your input force over a long distance The…
Biomechanics The study of cause and effect FORM 6 PED Why study Biomechanics? To understand how people can move. 1. To enhance skill performance elite athletes physical challenges…
Simple Machines and Work What is a Simple Machine? A simple machine has few or no moving parts. Simple machines make âworkâ easier Wheels and Axles The wheel and axle are…
Levers Levers are one of the simple machines that were probably used in prehistoric times. Levers were first described about 260 BC by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes…
Biomechanics “Describe how functional anatomy and biomechanical principals relate to performing a physical activity” Coaching movement Understanding movement Optimising…
Notes 13-4 Notes 13-4 Machines and the body Force A push or pull on an object Described by magnitude (strength) and direction Unit = Newton Work You do work when you exert…
Work Power Simple Machines Energy Work Work is done on an object when the object moves in the same direction in which the force is exerted. Formula: Work = Force x Distance…
Levers Levers are one of the simple machines that were probably used in prehistoric times. Levers were first described about 260 BC by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes…
12.3 Simple Machines 12.3 Inclined Plane An inclined plane is a flat, sloped surface (ramp) An inclined plane allows you to exert your input force over a long distance The…