A block and tackle system have the velocity ratio 3. A man can exert a pull of 200 kgf. What is the maximum load he can raise with this pulley system if its efficiency is 50%?
300 kgf
Given, velocity ratio = 3
Effort = 200 kgf
Efficiency (η) = 50%
We know that when efficiency is 100% then,
Effort (E) = Loadn (number of pulleys)
⇒200=L3
⇒L=600 kgf
When, efficiency is given as 50%.
So, Maximum load that can be raised
= 50100×600=300 kgf