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= Atwood machine
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An Atwood machine is a simple mechanical device consisting of two masses connected by a string that passes over a pulley. It's named after the British scientist George Atwood, who invented it in 1784 to demonstrate principles of mechanics. \#\#\# Components: 1. **Pulley**: A wheel that allows the string to move over it. 2. **String**: A lightweight, inextensible cord that connects the two masses.