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Operation of a Capstan
M-k2d



Demonstrate the frictional force of a capstan as the number of turns increases


Fishbane Chapter:   5.2
RHK 5th:   5.3
SJ 3rd Chapter:   5.1
PIRA DCS classification:   1K20.710

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