Mechanisms Trainer (260-01)

Description

The Mechanisms Trainer offers a classroom based resource for practical investigation of a variety of fundamental mechanical systems. The trainer allows users to investigate gears, pulleys, levers, cams, belt drives, and inclined planes.

This trainer includes a curriculum CD containing theory and practical learning tasks, as well as tutor support materials.

 Typical practical activities include:

• Identify the different types of motion found in mechanical systems.
• Demonstrate the effect of using an idler gear in a simple gear train.
• Determine compound gear train ratios and speed.
• Identify the purpose of belt drives.
• Demonstrate the relationship between distance and effort for a pulley system.
• Measure effort and movement for first, second, and third class levers.
• Demonstrate how the profile of a cam affects the output of the cam follower.
• Calculate the mechanical advantage provided by an inclined plane.
• Identify how lubricants, bushes, and bearings are used to reduce friction.

 Items Included:

• Mechanisms Trainer including:

  • Spur and bevel gears
  • Pulleys and cams
  • Levers
  • Masses
  • Inclined plane
  • Safety cover
• Power Supply
• Accessory Kit containing:

  • Pulley blocks
  • Cables and belts
  • Ruler and protractor
  • Stopwatch
• Curriculum disk

 Other Items Required:

• Engineering or Technology Content (Optional)
• Computer with DVD Drive

 General Information:

• Power Requirements: 110 – 240V, 50-60Hz
• Packed Volume: Approx. 0.021 m3
• Packed Weight: Approx. 21.6 kg