Starter quiz

  • Which part of a cam mechanism is indicated in this diagram?
    Which part of a cam mechanism is indicated in this diagram?
    • axle  ✓
    • follower
    • cam
    • slide
  • Which words can be used to describe the output movement of a cam mechanism?
    • rotary
    • linear  ✓
    • reciprocating  ✓
    • reverse
  • Which part of a cam mechanism supports the follower, keeping it in place?
    • 'slide' ✓
  • Match the cam type to the description.
    • ellipse
      elongated shape with a central hole ✓
    • eccentric
      circular shape with an off-centre hole ✓
    • snail
      spiral shape known for its 'drop' motion ✓
    • pear
      elongated shape, wider at one end ✓
  • Why does a cam disc need to fit tightly to the axle?
    • so it moves with the axle  ✓
    • so it stays in position  ✓
    • so it moves the axle
    • so it can change direction
  • Which of these products has a cam mechanism?
    • see saw
      see saw
    • sewing machine
      sewing machine  ✓
    • deckchair
      deckchair
    • carousel
      carousel  ✓
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