Simple Machine Small 320×202 Medium 640×403 Large 1024×645 Download TIFF Original 2888×1820 | (588.7 KB) Description A wedge is a moveable inclined plane that is used to move heavy materials short distances as shown in the image. Keywords black and white wedge, simple machine, simple machine wedge, wedge, wedge example, what does a wedge look like, what is a wedge Galleries Wedges Source: International Correspondence Schools A Textbook on Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Scranton, PA: International Textbook Company, 1897)