Question:
Define the following terms as applied to cam with neat sketch.
(1) Pitch circle
(2) Pressure angle
(3) Stroke of follower
(4) Module
Answer:
(1) Pitch circle- Circle drawn from centre of cam through pitch points.
(2) Pressure angle- Angle between direction of follower motion and normal to pitch curve.
(3) Stroke- Maximum travel of follower from its lowest position to top most position.
(4) Module –(Gears) – Ratio of pitch circle diameter in mm to No. of teeth on gear.