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Clamping principles primarily depend on the cost of the clamp rather than the cost of the operation
Clamping principles primarily depend on the cost of the clamp rather than the cost of the operation
False
The purpose of a clamp is to exert force and press a workpiece against the locating surfaces
The purpose of a clamp is to exert force and press a workpiece against the locating surfaces
True
Cutting forces should be entirely taken by the fixed locators in a jig or fixture
Cutting forces should be entirely taken by the fixed locators in a jig or fixture
False
To be effective, a clamp should be designed to exert a force greater than the largest force imposed upon it in the operation
To be effective, a clamp should be designed to exert a force greater than the largest force imposed upon it in the operation
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Cam clamps and toggle clamps are examples of quick-acting hand-operated clamps
Cam clamps and toggle clamps are examples of quick-acting hand-operated clamps
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Study Notes
Clamping Principles
- Clamping principles are primarily influenced by the cost of the clamp rather than the cost of the operation
- The primary function of a clamp is to exert force and press a workpiece against the locating surfaces
Clamping Design
- A clamp should be designed to exert a force greater than the largest force imposed upon it in the operation to be effective
Types of Clamps
- Cam clamps and toggle clamps are examples of quick-acting hand-operated clamps
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Test your knowledge of clamping principles, types of clamps, including cam clamps, toggle clamps, wedges, latches, and strap clamp calculations. This quiz covers topics from the Department of Mechanical Technology Tool Design lecture on Design of Clamps (Pages: 138 - 149).
