Theory
Draw the labelled displacement, velocity and acceleration diagrams for a follower when it moves with uniform velocity.
Explain the Klein’s construction to determine velocity and acceleration of single slider crank mechanism
If ωAO is the angular velocity of the crank, then Linear velocity’s of the links is given byVAO = ωAO x AO, VAP = ωAO x AM, VPO = ωAO x MO Acceleration of the links is given bya r AO = ω 2 AO x AO, a r AP = ω 2 AO x AC, a t AP = ω 2 AO x CN, aPO = ω 2 AO x NO
Define linear velocity, angular velocity, absolute velocity and state the relation between linear velocity and angular velocity.
Relation between linear and angular velocity: V = ω.r
Explain with the neat sketch working of crank and slotted lever quick return mechanism.
Crank and slotted lever quick return motion mechanism: This mechanism is mostly used in shaping machines, slotting machines and in rotary internal combustion engines. In this mechanism, the link AC (i.e. link 3) forming the turning pair is fixed, as shown in fig. The link 3 corresponds to the connecting rod of a reciprocating steam engine. The driving crank CB revolves with uniform angular speed about the fixed centre C. A sliding block attached to the crank pin at B slides along the slotted bar AP and thus causes AP to oscillate about the pivoted point A.
Differentiate between machine and structure.
Sl. No
Machine
Structure
1
All parts / links have relative motion
No relative motion between the links
2
It transforms the available energy into some useful work
No energy transformations
3
The kinematic link of a machine may transmit both power and
The member of the structure transmit forces only
State one application of each : v-belt drive, flat belt drive, chain drive and gear drive.
Application of Belts: 1. V- Belt drive – In I.C. Engine power transmission from crankshaft pulley to water pump pulley. 2. Flat Belt drive – Floor mill 3. Chain drive – motor cycle 4. Gear drive – In automotive gear boxes
State function of clutch. Explain working principle of clutch.
b) Function of the Clutch 1. Function of transmitting the torque from the engine to the drive train. 2. Smoothly deliver the power from the engine to enable smooth vehicle movement. 3. Perform quietly and to reduce drive-related vibration. WORKING PRINCIPLE OF CLUTCH It operates on the principle of friction. When two surfaces are brought in contact and are held against each other due to friction between them, they can be used to transmit power. If one is rotated, then other also rotates. One surface is connected to engine and other to the transmission system of automobile.
Define completely constrained motion and successfully constrained motion with neat sketch. State one example of each.
a) 1. Completely constrained motion: When the motion between a pair is limited to a definite direction irrespective of the direction of force applied, then the motion is said to be a completely constrained motion. For example, the piston and cylinder (in a steam engine) form a pair and the motion of the piston is limited to a definite direction (i.e.it will only reciprocate) relative to the cylinder irrespective of the direction of motion of the crank. Examples: 1. The motion of a square bar in a square hole 2. the motion of a shaft with collars at each end in a circular hole,
Why is balancing of rotating parts necessary for high speed engines ?
Reasons for balancing of rotating elements of machine: The balancing of the moving parts both rotating and reciprocating of such machine is having greater importance. Because, if these parts are not balanced properly then the unbalanced dynamic forces can cause serious consequences, which are harmful to the life of the machinery itself, the human beings and all the property around them. These unbalanced forces not only increase the load on the bearings and stresses in various members, but also produces unpleasant and dangerous vibrations in them.