Practice Reciprocating Masses - 4.2 | Vibrations of Machine Elements | Machine Element and System Design
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are reciprocating masses? Provide an example.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of parts that move in a linear direction.

Question 2

Easy

What causes vibrations in reciprocating masses?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider uneven distribution of forces.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is a reciprocating mass?

  • A device that rotates
  • A device that moves back and forth
  • A stationary mass

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of how pistons operate in engines.

Question 2

True or False: Balancer shafts are used to counteract vibrations caused by reciprocating forces.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the functions of various balancing techniques.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze an engine experiencing high vibrations during startup. Identify the potential causes and suggest solutions.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how aligning weights affects overall balance.

Question 2

Design an improved balancer shaft system for a racing engine that reduces vibrations at high RPM.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the speed-variance in balancer functions.

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