Practice Circular Arc Cams - 6.1 | Cams and Followers | Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a circular arc cam?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it's shaped.

Question 2

Easy

What factor affects the performance of a cam?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens if these are not controlled.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is a circular arc cam primarily designed for?

  • Rotating movement
  • Linearly oscillating motion
  • Both A and B

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the function of these cams.

Question 2

True or False: A higher pressure angle increases contact loss in cam designs.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: No hint provided

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a circular arc cam that will provide a follower motion of 2 inches over a complete rotation with a pressure angle not exceeding 20 degrees. Discuss considerations you have to keep in mind.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the relationship between cam radius and pressure angles.

Question 2

Given a follower with known dimensions, calculate the effect of increasing the pressure angle from 10 to 30 degrees on the contact forces experienced by the cam.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Apply knowledge of angles and forces in mechanical systems.

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