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Box of Pulleys

Unidentified · Physics

28 pulleys of various shapes and sizes contained within a brown wooden box. Box contains ripped piece of yellow paper with writing on it. See photographs for detailed images of the pulleys.

Accession Number: 2011.ph.477

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Primary Materials: Wood, metal

Markings:

Piece of paper: “?? Accessories”

Old accession number: “PHY 318”

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Function:

Mechanical experiments. Pulleys reduce friction and facilitate the lifting of heavy objects.

Condition:

Box has some wear, nicks, and scratches.

Pulleys in varying condition. See photographs for more details.

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Manufacturer: Assorted manufacturers.

Date of Manufacture:

Provenance:

Acquired from Physics department, University of Toronto.

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