Practice Cycloidal Profile - 2.2 | Gears | Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
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Question 1

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What is the primary application of cycloidal gears?

💡 Hint: Think about where you need exact timing.

Question 2

Easy

Why are cycloidal gears less tolerant than involute gears?

💡 Hint: Consider how spacing affects gear performance.

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Question 1

What is a primary use of cycloidal gears?

  • High-speed trains
  • Watches and clocks
  • Industrial presses

💡 Hint: Think about where you need precise timing.

Question 2

True or False: The cycloidal profile is more tolerant to center distance variations than the involute profile.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the characteristics that affect gear performance.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a gear system incorporating a cycloidal profile for a high-precision clock. What design limitations will you need to address?

💡 Hint: Think about how misalignment can affect the overall operation of the clock.

Question 2

Evaluate the trade-offs between using cycloidal versus involute gear profiles in an automated robotic arm. Which would you choose and why?

💡 Hint: Consider the operational environment and the importance of precision.

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