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The discussion focuses on designing an efficient pulley system to reduce the effort required to pull fabric wrapped around a wooden rod by one-third. While no specific pulley system was suggested, a key recommendation was to examine the entire setup for friction points. Implementing ball bearings or Teflon sleeves is advised to minimize friction, thereby decreasing the force needed to operate the pulley system effectively.

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I would like to design an efficient pulley system to pull a fabric which is wrapped around a wooden rod. Is there any pulley system which can reduce the effort to 1/3 rd of the actual?

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vaas44, Welcome to Physics Forums!

Although I cannot suggest any different pulley system to diminish the pulling effort, I will offer this: Examine the whole system for moving parts that have friction. Then install ball bearings or teflon sleeves. Reducing friction will reduce the force necessary to pull the fabric.

Good luck and Happy New Year!
 

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