Engineering Mechanics - Engineering

Q1:

The efficiency of a screw jack is maximum, when(where α = Helix angle, and φ = Angle of friction.)

A α = 45° + φ/2

B α = 45° - φ/2

C α = 90° + φ

D α = 90° - φ

ANS:B - α = 45° - φ/2

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