Motor Gearbox 12V 70 RPM - Find Radius to Lift 0.5kg

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The discussion focuses on calculating the radius of a circular attachment for a 12V 70 RPM motor gearbox that can lift 0.5 kg without lifting 1 kg. The key takeaway is that the radius acts as a lever arm, which influences the torque required to lift the specified weight. The output of the gearbox is critical for this calculation, as it determines the effective torque available for lifting. Understanding the relationship between radius, weight, and torque is essential for achieving the desired lifting capability.

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The specs of the motor are irrelevant, since they can't take into consideration external influences. The output of the gearbox is what matters. All that I can suggest, without breaking the forum rules about helping with homework, is that you should think of your "circular thing" as a lever arm.
 

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