N none New member Nov 10, 2010 #1 So the formula of finding the ideal mechanical advantage of a wheel and axle is radius of wheel over radius of axle. Since your input force on a bicycle is changed, would the ideal mechanical advantage be less than 1?
So the formula of finding the ideal mechanical advantage of a wheel and axle is radius of wheel over radius of axle. Since your input force on a bicycle is changed, would the ideal mechanical advantage be less than 1?
