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What horizontal force F (applied at the axle) is required to push a wheel of weight W and radius R over a block of height h?

Answer


Solutions (listed by author)

Michael A. Gottlieb (using forces) (pdf, 73K)

Michael A. Gottlieb (using virtual work) (pdf, 73k)  [inspired by Ilkka Mäkinen. mg]

Valentin Eberhardt  (using torque) (pdf, 71k)

 

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