In a screw jack, the effort required to lift the load is given by(where W = Load lifted, α = Helix angle, and φ = Angle of friction.)

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Choose an option
  • A
    P = W tan (α - φ)
  • B
    P = W tan (α + φ)
  • C
    P = W tan (φ - α)
  • D
    P = W cos (α + φ)

Answer

Correct Answer: P = W tan (α + φ)

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