Mechanical Engineering - Machine Design - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Machine Design - Section 11 (Q.No. 18)
18.
Wire ropes as compared to cotton ropes
are lighter in weight
offer silent operation
can withstand shock loads
all of these
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Asdd said:   7 years ago
Can anyone explain how wire rope can be lighter and have the more silent operation than cotton rope?

I think (c) option is correct.

Biprojit said:   5 years ago
As tensile strength of metal wire is very high compared to cotton rope than specific weight so weight is less.

Ramanpreet singh said:   6 years ago
Explain in clear.

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