Mechanisms Notes Flashcards

1
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What is a mechanism?

A

A system with moving parts that perform a function
E.g door handle 🚪 ⬆️ ⬇️

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2
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Give one example of a mechanism

A

A door handle 🚪⬆️⬇️

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3
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What does the input usually do?

A

Usually a force and initiates the process.

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4
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What will the process change?

A

Will change the magnitude ⬆️or direction 🔀of the force

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5
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What will the output usually perform?

A

Usually performs the desired task

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6
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Give 3 facts about mechanisms

A

• Has an input, process and output
• Changes the place, size + direction in which a force acts

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