At 11:57 AM 2/25/02 -0800, you wrote:
>Hello,
>
>I have a 1 HP motor (= 0.75kW = 553 foot lbs/sec) and need to know how much
>force it can exert.  I am looking for a 'best case' estimate - that is, what
>is the most force it can exert if everything where ideal.

If you allow unlimited time, the force is unlimited. A tiny 1.5V motor can
produce enough force to dismember you if you have the mechanical gearing in
place and let it run long enough.

Best regards,

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