Practice Types of Followers - 1.2 | Cams and Followers | Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the four main types of followers?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the different contact shapes.

Question 2

Easy

Which type of follower offers more stability?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the contact area of the follower.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What differentiates knife-edge followers from roller followers?

  • Knife-edge followers have a rolling motion
  • Roller followers reduce friction
  • Both have the same wear rate

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how each follower contacts the cam.

Question 2

True or False: Flat-faced followers always provide smoother motion than spherical followers.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider motion efficiency.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a cam profile considering the use of roller followers versus knife-edge followers. Discuss the potential applications and expected outcomes.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the context in which the cam is being used.

Question 2

Analyze how the choice of follower affects the overall performance of a cam in an engine. What qualities would you prioritize?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the sustainability and reliability of the engine.

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