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PLTW AR - Name That Mechanism!

PLTW AR - Name That Mechanism!

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Chain Drive?

Back

A mechanism that transmits power through a chain, typically used in bicycles and motorcycles.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are Bevel Gears?

Back

Gears that are used to change the direction of rotation, typically at a 90-degree angle.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Simple Gear Train?

Back

A system of gears that transmits motion and torque between shafts, consisting of a series of gears without idlers.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Belt Drive?

Back

A mechanism that transmits power using a belt, often used in machinery to connect rotating shafts.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Cam and Follower?

Back

A mechanism where a cam rotates and pushes a follower, converting rotary motion into linear motion.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Crank and Slider?

Back

A mechanism that converts rotary motion into linear motion using a crank connected to a slider.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Rack and Pinion?

Back

A mechanism that converts rotary motion into linear motion using a circular gear (pinion) and a linear gear (rack).

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