Question
Download Solution PDFThe smallest circle in the cam profile is:
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFExplanation:
A cam is a rotating element that gives oscillating or reciprocating motion to the follower which is another element of this machine by direct contact.
Base Circle:
It is the smallest circle, keeping the centre at the cam centre, drawn tangential to cam profile.
The base circle decides the overall size of the cam and thus is a fundamental feature.
Additional Information
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Cam Profile |
It is the surface area of a cam where the follower touches. |
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Base Circle |
It is the smallest circle of a cam profile drawn from the center of rotation of the cam. |
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Trace Point |
By this point, we can trace the cam profile. |
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Pitch Curve |
This curve is generated if we assume the cam is fixed and the trace point of the follower moves around the cam. |
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Pressure Angle |
It is formed between normal to the pitch curve and line of motion of the follower. |
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Pitch Point |
At this point the pressure angle is maximum. |
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Pitch Circle |
It is the circle which passes through the pitch point. |
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Prime Circle |
This is a circle drawn tangentially to the pitch curve and concentric to the base circle. |
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