Mechanisms Review

Front

A machine contains pieces arranged so that the motion of one compels the motion of others.

Back

Mechanism

Front

Something put into a system in order to achieve a result.

Back

Input

Front

A push or pull of an object.

Back

Force

Front

A twisting force.

Back

Torque

Front

A toothed wheel that works with others to alter the speed of an engine and of the driven part.

Back

Gear

Front

The Output gear.

Back

Driven Gear

Front

Ratio of the speed of the driving member of a gear train to that of the driven member.

Back

Gear Ratio

Front

A combination of two or more gears used to transmit motion between two rotating shafts.

Back

Simple Gear Train

Front

What are the 4 changes due to mechanisms? Options: Direction, Speed, Rotary, Type of Movement; Direction, Linear, Force, Type of Movement; Reciprocating, Speed, Force, Type of Movement; Direction, Speed, Force, Type of Movement

Back

Direction, Speed, Force, Type of Movement

Front

Moves around in a circle.

Back

Rotary