NexexUmbraRs

NexexUmbraRs t1_j9h354u wrote

I remember the first time I saw this as a kid, my parents acted excited over it. Nowadays whenever I see it and only if someone else is around do I feign any interest in it.

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NexexUmbraRs t1_j2ak1lt wrote

I'm asking about the orientation of the nut. Whether the line was touching the 2 sides, or if it was parallel to the 2 handles. If it was parallel then it's understandable that it broke because you didn't target it's weak point.

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NexexUmbraRs t1_j2a79bo wrote

If you tried to break the nut in the place pictured, it's no wonder it broke.

Torque is calculated by τ=FΔxsinθ, having less torque on the nut and more torque straining the metal results in the above.

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NexexUmbraRs t1_iynzps7 wrote

Possibly the books were donated by coke/Pepsi on condition that they'd have book covers. Yes it's gross but it also makes some sense if they can't get funding elsewhere.

And this is why socialized education is important.

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