PURPOSE: To demonstrate the mechanical advantage of a wedge.
DESCRIPTION: A wedge is used to split a piece of wood.
SUGGESTIONS: Wear goggles.
REFERENCES: (PIRA unavailable.)
EQUIPMENT: Hammer, chisel, 8" section of 2"x4" wood in vise, and goggles, as photographed.
SETUP TIME: 5 min.
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