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In nautical use, a capstan is a vertical axel, with some radius, that is used multiplies rotational force, | In nautical use, a capstan is a vertical axel, with some radius, that is used multiplies rotational force, | ||
and often with a ratchet of sorts, | and often with a ratchet of sorts, | ||
so similar to a winch, windlass, hydraulically powered versions in railroads, and other such constructions. | so similar to a winch, windlass, horse capstan in mining[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whim_(mining)], hydraulically powered versions in railroads, and other such constructions. | ||
Initially probably just a wooden barrel with sticks attached, | Initially probably just a wooden barrel with sticks attached, | ||
later versions were iron and could stand more force. | later versions were iron and could stand more force. | ||