Summary of Machine Motions (Linear)
Motion can be defined as the movement of a body (object) from one point to another with the application of force.
The five types of motion considered in this chapter are: Linear motion, Rotary motion, Oscillatory motion, Reciprocating motion and Irregular motion.
Linear motion is defined as the change in position in a straight line.
Uniform linear motion and non-uniform linear motion are the two types of linear motion.
Lever and linkages are the different types/parts of a mechanical system that exhibit linear motion.
The three classes of lever are first class lever, second class lever and third-class lever.
Rotary motion is motion of a body moving in a circular form.
Reciprocating motion also called reciprocation, is a repetitive up-and-down or back-and-forth linear motion.
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