Paper Title

Capstan Based Mechanical Power Amplifier Act as Mechanical Torque Booster

Authors

  • C.D.Valunj
  • S.P.Mogal

Keywords

Capstan, band, amplification, load carrying capacity, torque booster.

Abstract

This paper presents the experimental characterization of a mechanical power amplifier based on the theory of capstans. It is hypothesized that a system can be designed which would allow a rotating capstan to act as a mechanical power amplifier when a flexible member such as a cord or rope is wrapped around it. Whereas Capstans are used to lift or pull of heavy objects with mild effort in the form of winches. When a tension is applied to the end of the cord in the direction of the capstan’s rotation, then friction will be transferred to the cord and the tension will effectively be amplified. Experimentation was performed to validate capstan as a mechanical torque booster for precise positioning and movement of heavy loads, by using different materials of rope viz. Woven cotton, Leather and Steel. This project determines the performance characteristics of a developed mechanical power amplifier for respective types of ropes.

Article Type

Published

How To Cite

C.D.Valunj, S.P.Mogal. "Capstan Based Mechanical Power Amplifier Act as Mechanical Torque Booster".INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH ISSN:2321-9939, Vol.3, Issue 1, pp.51-54, URL :https://rjwave.org/ijedr/papers/IJEDR1501011.pdf

Issue

Volume 3 Issue 1 

Pages. 51-54

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