Master Mechanism Analysis: Enhance Your Machine Design Skills

Question 1

Which of the following is not a valid type of kinematic pair?

Accepted Answer

Fixed pair

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Sliding pair

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Rolling pair

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Spherical pair

Question 2

In a four-bar mechanism, which link rotates and drives the other links?

Accepted Answer

Crank

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Coupler

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Follower

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Ground link

Question 3

Which analysis method is used to determine the motion of mechanisms by constructing graphical representations?

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Graphical analysis

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Analytical analysis

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Numerical analysis

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Experimental analysis

Question 4

Which factor significantly impacts the efficiency of a mechanism?

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Friction and inertia

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Manufacturing tolerances

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Linkage geometry

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Environmental conditions

Question 5

The degree of freedom of a mechanism refers to the:

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Number of independent motions it can perform

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Number of links used in its construction

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Number of joints or kinematic pairs used

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Complexity of the mechanism's design

Question 6

Which type of cam follower is commonly used for high-speed applications?

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Roller follower

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Knife-edge follower

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Flat follower

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Spherical follower

Question 7

Kinematic analysis is used to determine which aspect of a mechanism's behavior?

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The motion characteristics of the mechanism

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The forces acting on the mechanism

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The material properties of the mechanism

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The efficiency of the mechanism

Question 8

In which type of application is a slider-crank mechanism commonly employed?

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Reciprocating engines

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Conveyor belts

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Gears

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Electric motors

Question 9

What is the primary function of a cam follower in a cam mechanism?

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To convert rotary motion into linear motion

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To amplify motion

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To reduce friction

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To transmit power

Question 10

Which type of analysis is used to determine the forces acting on a mechanism?

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Dynamic analysis

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Kinematic analysis

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Stress analysis

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Deflection analysis

Question 11

In a slider-crank mechanism, what is the crank angle?

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The angle between the crank and the horizontal

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The angle between the crank and the vertical

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The angle between the connecting rod and the vertical

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The angle between the connecting rod and the horizontal

Question 12

Acceleration of a point in a mechanism is defined as:

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The rate of change of velocity with respect to time

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The rate of change of displacement with respect to time

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The rate of change of position with respect to time

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The rate of change of jerk with respect to time

Question 13

The primary function of a cam is to:

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Convert rotary motion into linear motion

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Transmit motion between two shafts

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Convert linear motion into rotary motion

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Change the direction of motion

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects the efficiency of a mechanism?

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Temperature

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Friction

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Inertia

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Misalignment

Question 15

A mechanism is a system of interconnected elements designed to transfer:

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Motion

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Energy

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Force

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Mass

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a type of kinematic pair?

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Slider-crank

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Gear pair

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Rolling contact

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Fixed pair

Question 17

The mobility of a mechanism can be determined using:

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Gruebler's equation

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Kennedy's theorem

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Euler's formula

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Lagrange's equations

Question 18

Which diagram is used to represent the displacement, velocity, and acceleration of a mechanism at a specific instant?

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Kinematic diagram

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Force diagram

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Shear force and bending moment diagram

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Free body diagram

Question 19

The path of a point on a rotating link is:

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A circle

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A straight line

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A parabola

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An ellipse

Question 20

Which software is commonly used for kinematic simulation of mechanisms?

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Adams

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MATLAB

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ANSYS

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SolidWorks

Question 21

The study of the motion of mechanisms without considering the forces acting on them is known as:

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Kinematics

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Kinetics

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Dynamics

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Statics

Question 22

Which type of mechanism enables pure rotational motion between two components?

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Gear train

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Slider-crank mechanism

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Belt and pulley system

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Cam and follower

Question 23

What is the primary objective of kinematic analysis?

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Determining the motion attributes of a mechanism

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Analyzing forces acting upon a mechanism

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Determining the efficiency of a mechanism

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Designing a novel mechanism

Question 24

In a gearbox, what are its input and output parameters?

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Torque and speed

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Force and displacement

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Power and efficiency

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Velocity and acceleration

Question 25

Which cam follower type delivers the smoothest motion?

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Roller follower

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Flat-faced follower

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Knife-edge follower

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Mushroom follower

Question 26

What is the primary purpose of a linkage in a mechanism?

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Connecting components and transmitting motion

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Amplifying force

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Reducing friction

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Storing energy

Question 27

What is the key distinction between a mechanism and a machine?

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A mechanism produces motion, while a machine performs a task

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A mechanism is theoretical, while a machine is practical

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A mechanism transmits motion, while a machine applies force

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There is no difference between a mechanism and a machine

Question 28

What is the primary goal of kinematic analysis?

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Determining the motion of a mechanism

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Designing a new mechanism

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Analyzing forces acting on a mechanism

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Simulating the operation of a mechanism

Question 29

What type of joint allows for rotation about a fixed axis?

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Revolute joint

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Prismatic joint

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Cylindrical joint

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Universal joint

Question 30

In a slider-crank mechanism, which component undergoes linear motion?

Accepted Answer

Slider

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Crank

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Connecting rod

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Both slider and connecting rod

Question 31

What is the role of a cam follower in a cam mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Transmit motion from the cam to a follower

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Convert rotary motion to linear motion

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Control the speed of the cam

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Reduce noise and vibration

Question 32

Which type of linkage consists of four rigid links connected by three revolute joints?

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Four-bar linkage

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Slider-crank linkage

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Double slider mechanism

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Inversion of four-bar linkage

Question 33

What is the key difference between a kinematic diagram and a schematic diagram?

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Kinematic diagram shows motion, while schematic diagram shows structure.

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Schematic diagram shows motion, while kinematic diagram shows structure.

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Kinematic diagram is more detailed, while schematic diagram is less detailed.

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There is no difference between a kinematic diagram and a schematic diagram.

Question 34

Which advanced optimization technique involves iteratively adjusting mechanism parameters to minimize specified performance metrics?

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Genetic Algorithm

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Finite Element Method

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Lagrangian Method

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Dimensional Analysis

Question 35

In mechanism analysis, mobility refers to the:

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Independent coordinates needed to define the mechanism's configuration

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Total degrees of freedom of all mechanism links

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Links connected by revolute joints within the mechanism

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Degrees of freedom actuated by external forces or motors

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a type of kinematic analysis?

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Stress analysis

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Velocity analysis

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Displacement analysis

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Acceleration analysis

Question 37

The concept of Grubler's equation is used to:

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Determine the mobility of a mechanism

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Calculate the forces acting on a mechanism

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Design a cam profile

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Analyze the vibrations of a mechanism

Question 38

Which of the following methods can be used to graphically represent the motion of a mechanism?

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Velocity polygon

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Finite element analysis

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Computational fluid dynamics

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Molecular dynamics simulation

Question 39

A cam follower is a:

Accepted Answer

Device that converts rotary motion into reciprocating motion

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Device that converts reciprocating motion into rotary motion

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Device that converts linear motion into rotary motion

Question 40

The backlash in a gear train is:

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The amount of play between mating gears

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The angle of contact between two gears

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The ratio of the number of teeth on the driven gear to the number of teeth on the driving gear

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The distance between the centers of two gears

Question 41

A mechanism with one degree of freedom allows for:

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One input and one output

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One input and two outputs

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Two inputs and one output

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Two inputs and two outputs

Question 42

The velocity ratio of a mechanism is the ratio of:

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Output velocity to input velocity

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Output displacement to input displacement

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Input velocity to output velocity

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Input displacement to output displacement

Question 43

A cam follower that remains in continuous contact with the cam surface is known as a:

Accepted Answer

Positive follower

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Negative follower

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Flat-faced follower

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Roller follower

Question 44

The primary function of a gearbox is to:

Accepted Answer

Alter the speed and torque of a rotating shaft

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Connect two shafts at an angle

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Reduce friction between rotating components

Question 45

Which type of mechanism converts rotational motion into reciprocating motion?

Accepted Answer

Crank-slider

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Gear train

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Cam-follower

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Chain drive

Question 46

What is the primary purpose of a kinematic diagram?

Accepted Answer

To graphically illustrate the motion of a mechanism

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To design the components of a mechanism

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To simulate the operation of a mechanism

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To calculate the forces acting on a mechanism

Question 47

Which factor has no influence on the velocity of a link in a mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Mass

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Acceleration

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Input speed

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Link length

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental type of motion in a mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Rotation about multiple axes

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Translation

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Reciprocation

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Rotation

Question 49

What is the purpose of a dwell mechanism?

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To pause the motion of a link for a predetermined period

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To reverse the direction of motion of a link

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To provide a smooth transition between different motions

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To increase the speed of a link

Question 50

Which analytical method is used to determine the forces acting on a mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Force analysis

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Motion analysis

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Stress analysis

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Kinematic analysis

Question 51

What is the significance of the mechanical advantage of a mechanism?

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It quantifies the force amplification or reduction

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It indicates the speed ratio between the input and output

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It determines the efficiency of the mechanism

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It predicts the lifespan of the mechanism

Question 52

Which of the following is a limitation of kinematic analysis?

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It does not account for forces

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It assumes rigid bodies

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It is computationally expensive

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It is only applicable to simple mechanisms