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22-Mec-A2 Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines: December 2016

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  1. Question 1 Three short mechanism questions
  2. Question 2 Inverted crank-slider — complete kinematic analysis
  3. Question 3 Shaking force of a two-cylinder opposed engine
  4. Question 4 Radial cam — minimum-peak-velocity rise
  5. Question 5 Two-stage planetary gear train with ring brakes
  6. Question 6 Double pendulum with a stopper (impact)
  7. Question 7 Lateral vibration of a power line (string)

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Paper: National Exams — December 2016 · 07-Mec-A2 Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines · 3 hours, open book · Answer five of seven questions, at least one from Part B. Marks: 20 each. All seven questions are solved here.

Reference texts (subject). R. L. Norton, Design of Machinery, 6th ed. (mechanisms, cams, gear trains); C. E. Wilson & J. P. Sadler, Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery, 3rd ed.; Uicker, Pennock & Shigley, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, 5th ed.; S. S. Rao, Mechanical Vibrations, 6th ed. (Part B). Balancing follows Norton Ch. 13; planetary trains Norton §9.7–9.9.