Practice Rack and Pinion - 2.2 | Anatomy of Machines and Design Considerations | Machine Element and System Design
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a rack in the rack and pinion system?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of its shape compared to the pinion.

Question 2

Easy

Name one application of the rack and pinion mechanism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider vehicles.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the pinion gear do in a rack and pinion system?

  • It translates linear motion
  • It rotates to move the rack
  • It supports the structure

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the action of turning.

Question 2

True or False: Rack and pinion systems are only used in steering wheels.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall other systems we discussed.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

If a pinion gear with a radius of 3 cm has 10 teeth, determine how far the rack moves when the pinion makes one full rotation.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use circumference for circular motion.

Question 2

Describe how you would troubleshoot a malfunctioning rack and pinion gear system in a vehicle's steering mechanism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how motion feels when you turn the steering wheel.

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