3.1 - Based on Function
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What is a mechanism?
💡 Hint: Think about what helps machines move.
Name one type of mechanism used for force transmission.
💡 Hint: Consider a device in machines that moves or rotates.
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What type of mechanism generates specific movements?
💡 Hint: Consider what action happens more than once.
True or False: A fully constrained mechanism has no defined relative motion.
💡 Hint: Think about how movement is determined.
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Design a mechanism that allows a robotic arm to accurately paint a straight line on a wall. Detail the components and explain how it generates the required path.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would control a brush for even strokes.
Evaluate how an unconstrained mechanism could be beneficial in a system design. Discuss potential applications.
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios where limited motion could hinder functionality.
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