Directory of mechanisms notes, animations and exercises
Mechanisms notes and animations
Mechanical Systems
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Cams
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Chain and sprocket
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Couplings
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Crank and slider
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Friction, lubrication and bearings
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Coefficient of friction
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Gears
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Levers
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Linkages
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Moments
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Motion types
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Pulleys
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Ratchet
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Springs
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Screws
Screws
Cutting screw threads
Common thread forms
Motion control
Ball screws
Roller screws
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Tests
Multiple choice test; questions 1-33
Note for teachers
Multiple choice test; questions 34-70
Multiple choice test; questions 71-100
End of module test; questions 1-33
End of module test; questions 34-70
End of module test; questions 71-100
Understanding mechanisms exercises
Types of motion exercise
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Gear calculations
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Mechanisms systems exercises
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Moments exercises
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Identifying types of levers in products
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Product analysis exercises
Bicycle brake lever
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Paper punch
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Problem solving exercises
Door handle mechanism
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Food mixer mechanism
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Electric toothbrush mechanism
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Pedal bin mechanism
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Fret saw parallel arm mechanism
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Fret saw parallel link arm mechanism
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Fret saw C-arm mechanism
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Scissor Lift
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Swinging display
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Waving display
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Swimming display
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