6.3 - Common Mechanisms
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Define displacement in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would measure distance on a map.
What is the formula for linear velocity?
💡 Hint: Consider how velocity is affected by both angular velocity and radius.
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What is the rate of change of displacement called?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly you would move from one point to another.
True or False: The Coriolis acceleration is always directed along the path of motion.
💡 Hint: Consider the simultaneous sliding motion and rotation.
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If a sliding point moves along a rotating link with a relative velocity of 3 m/s and the link rotates at 2 rad/s, what is the Coriolis acceleration?
💡 Hint: Make sure to substitute the correct values for ω and vₗᵉᵗ!
Analyze a closed-loop mechanism with links measuring 1m each using the loop closure equation. Find the distance of the link from the origin.
💡 Hint: Break down the problem using vector components to understand positions more clearly.
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