Trebuchet
Basics
 
A trebuchet consists of five basic parts: the
frame, counterweight, beam, sling and guide chute.
The frame supports the other components and provides
a raised platform from which to drop the counterweight.
The counterweight, pulled by gravity alone, rotates
the beam. The beam pulls the sling.
The guide chute guides the sling through the frame
and supports the enclosed projectile until acceleration is sufficient to
hold it in the sling.
The sling accelerates and holds the projectile
until release.
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