Mechanical Drives I

Catalog description

Introduction of mechanism concepts and their importance in industrial, commercial, and residential applications. Three common types of mechanisms and applications of each type. Introduction to levers: force measurement; first, second, and third-class levers. Linkages, cams, and turnbuckles including friction and inclined plane concepts. Emphasis on pulley systems and gear drives including fixed pulleys, movable pulleys, and combination pulleys.