The seesaw is a children's game that challenges two children to keep the structure in balance, constantly going up and down.
Balancín is short for balance , a device used for weighing. A rod that is used to regulate the movement of a mechanism is called a rocker arm since it is able to rotate around an axis .
The wood used to attach the horse braces to a horse carriage is also called a rocker. In the field of zoology, finally, rockers are the balance organs that diptera (a type of insect) have on the sides of the thorax.
Action
A rocker arm transmits movement from one part of the mechanism to another by pivoting on an axis , according to its definition in the field of mechanics . Rocker arms are used in car engines, for example.
Steam engines , meanwhile, have rockers that are iron bars . These elements transform rectilinear or alternative movement into continuous circular movement.
Seesaw
A rocker is also a board that is supported at its midpoint to maintain balance . The people sitting at each end get up and down alternately.
Also known as seesaw , the seesaw is one of the most popular children's games in parks and squares. They are usually installed in the same area as the slides and swings .
To use the seesaw, a child must sit on each end . Then they have to push themselves alternately so that each one can reach the highest point, go down and go up again, as many times as they wish.
It is important to take certain measures to minimize the risks of injuries associated with the use of the seesaw. Children should always have the supervision of their elders to learn how to use it in a way that is not dangerous for them or their friends.
tightrope bar
The bar that a tightrope walker uses to support himself on a rope is also called a seesaw. It is a long, narrow object that is placed horizontally on its axis . Balancing artists use their ability to balance on it while performing different movements and acrobatics. Seesaws can vary in size, material and design, but generally consist of a flat surface mounted on a pivoting or fixed base.
Let's look at the different types of rocker arms:
- Simple Rocker – This is the most basic type, consisting of a board mounted on a central pivot point. Performers can walk, spin, and perform small stunts while maintaining balance;
- Ball Rocker – In this type, the board is mounted on a ball instead of a fixed pivot point. This adds an extra element of challenge as the board can move in all directions;
- Hand-to-hand seesaw : Here, two performers balance together on a seesaw. It requires great coordination and balance between the two performers;
- jumping seesaw – In this case, performers use it as a platform to perform jumps and stunts in the air before landing on it again.
Balancing requires a peculiar fusion between body and mind.
Balancing on the seesaw requires physical skills, coordination and concentration . Maintaining proper posture and body alignment is essential; This involves maintaining the center of gravity above the balance point. Performers adjust their body weight to keep the rocker level: moving it forward or backward allows control of the rocker.
Tightrope walkers can perform a variety of movements , from walking and spinning to more complicated positions such as headstands or pirouettes. Using the rocker properly requires a lot of practice and training to develop the necessary strength, endurance and confidence - a great connection between body and mind . This way they manage to captivate the audience and create visually impressive and exciting performances.