Crank and Slider

Questions

1. Label the crank and slider

2. What type of motion is the input of this system? (rotary, reciprocating, or linear)

3. What type of motion is the output of this system? (rotary, reciprocating, or linear)

4. How far does the slider move with each revolution of the crank? (# of holes on the rail)

5. If the diameter of the crank gear were increased, would the slider move a shorter or longer distance?

6. Is the flow of power reversible? (Can you make the crank gear turn by pushing the slider?)

Quantity

Parts

Quantity

Parts

1

Base Plate

4

Standoffs

1

Steel Plate

1

Axles/Shafts

1

Wide C-Channel

1

Collars

2

Flat Bearings

1

Handcrank/Gear

10

Keps Nuts

14

Small or Medium Screws

1

Drop off Cam

1

Bar

1

Outer Slide Truck

1

Slide Track

2

Spacers (large)

1

Large Purple Screw