Mechanisms — simple machines

Recent Blogs

The Wedge diagram
The Wedge Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Formula, Diagram, and Real-World Uses
How the wedge works as a classical mechanical power, with formulas, real-world examples from log splitting to machining, and design tradeoffs from FIRGELLI engineers.
Lever Paradox diagram
Lever Paradox Explained: Mechanism, Diagram, Formula, and Real-World Uses
Lever Paradox explained — why a longer lever doesn't always win. Real numbers, worked examples, and applications from rigging, machining, and aerospace tooling.
Inclined Plane diagram
Inclined Plane Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Diagram, Formula, Parts, and Real-World Uses
The Inclined Plane trades distance for force to lift heavy loads with less effort. See the formula, worked example, and real industrial applications.
Wheel and Axle diagram
Wheel and Axle Mechanism: How It Works, Formula, Diagram, and Real-World Uses Explained
Wheel and axle mechanics explained: torque ratios, mechanical advantage formulas, and real applications from windlasses to EV drivetrains and capstan winches.
Mechanical Advantage diagram
Mechanical Advantage Explained: How It Works, Formula, Diagram, and Uses in Simple Machines
Mechanical Advantage explained — how levers, pulleys, and screws multiply force, with formulas, worked examples, and real industrial applications.