Steelyard or stilyard also known as a Roman steelyard or Roman balance is a straight-beam balance with arms of unequal length. It incorporates a counterweight which slides along the longer arm to counterbalance the load and indicate its weight.
Steelyard or stilyard also known as a Roman steelyard or Roman balance is a straight-beam balance with arms of unequal length. It incorporates a counterweight which slides along the longer arm to counterbalance the load and indicate its weight.