What are the six simple machines?

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Jan 1, 2016

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Explanation:

The classical six simple machines are:
- lever
- wheel and axle
- wedge
- screw
- inclined plane
- pulley

Any more complex machine was composed of these simpler machines.

Some of these are very simple to make, but the most beautiful demonstration I have seen of how to make a simple machine (in this case essentially a lever) is this one:

Making Basswood Pliers