Practice Loop Closure Equations - 4 | Kinematic Analysis of Simple Mechanisms | Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
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Question 1

Easy

What does the loop closure equation \( \sum r_i = 0 \) represent?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationships between links in a mechanism.

Question 2

Easy

Define the term 'velocity' in the context of kinematics.

💡 Hint: It has both magnitude and direction.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of loop closure equations?

  • To determine the forces in a mechanism
  • To analyze the motion of links in a closed-loop system
  • To calculate material properties

💡 Hint: Think about their application in mechanical designs.

Question 2

True or False: The loop closure equation for velocity is \( \sum \dot{r}_i = 0 \).

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall what happens when positions are differentiated.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a four-bar linkage where the lengths are given as L1 = 5m, L2 = 7m, and L3 = 9m. Determine if the mechanism can be closed and derive the loop closure equation.

💡 Hint: Look into the geometric constraints between the lengths.

Question 2

A slider-crank mechanism is working during a cycle. If the angular position of the crank is given, derive the position vectors for all components and apply the loop closure equation to find the slider’s position.

💡 Hint: Use trigonometric relationships to find positions based on the crank angle.

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