Mechanism and Linkage Quiz

A centrally pivoted lever in the valve train of an engine

A mechanism that changes continuous rotary motion into intermittent linear motion

A shape used for a parallel linkage

A fixed structure that provides the connection to fixed pivot joints (correct)

To convert the motion of rods to open valves (correct)

To change continuous rotary motion into intermittent linear motion

To assist objects' rotation

To achieve a particular gear ratio

A machine element where teeth are cut around cylindrical or cone shaped surfaces with equal spacing

A whole number used to specify the ratio of the number of teeth in a gear to its pitch diameter

The circumference used as the standard of a pitch to express the size of gear teeth (correct)

An assembly of rigid mechanical components within a mechanism that are linked together

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