inclined plane

Noun

Meaning

a simple machine for elevating objects; consists of plane surface that makes an acute angle with the horizontal

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Synonyms

bank level cant rise height pitch grade slope gradient ascent ramp inclination chute slant incline
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Antonyms

mead prairie meadow paddock pampas field
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Hypernyms

machine simple machine

Hyponyms

slip screw ramp wedge incline

Examples

Escalators and slanted conveyor belts are also forms of inclined plane. Source: Internet

Similarly, the flat surface of an inclined plane and wedge are examples of the kinematic pair called a sliding joint. Source: Internet

In 1586 Flemish engineer Simon Stevin derived the mechanical advantage of the inclined plane, and it was included with the other simple machines. Source: Internet

However the inclined plane was the last of the six classic simple machines to be recognised as a machine. Source: Internet

If the object is on a tilted surface such as an inclined plane, the normal force is less, because less of the force of gravity is perpendicular to the face of the plane. Source: Internet

If there is no friction between the object being moved and the plane, the device is called an ideal inclined plane. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

inclined fault inclined lift inclined planar inclined railway inclined roof inclined run on surface