Machine Design and Mechanisms

  1. Fundamentals of Kinematics
    1. Basic Concepts
      1. Mechanisms and Machines
        1. Definitions and Differences
          1. Classification of Mechanisms
            1. Machine Elements vs. Mechanisms
            2. Degrees of Freedom
              1. Definition and Calculation
                1. Gruebler's Equation
                  1. Kutzbach's Criterion
                    1. Mobility Analysis
                      1. Redundant Constraints
                      2. Kinematic Inversion
                        1. Concept and Applications
                          1. Inversions of Four-bar Linkage
                            1. Inversions of Slider-crank Mechanism
                          2. Common Mechanisms
                            1. Four-Bar Linkage
                              1. Structure and Function
                                1. Types of Four-Bar Linkages
                                  1. Crank-rocker
                                    1. Double-crank
                                      1. Double-rocker
                                        1. Change-point Mechanism
                                        2. Grashof's Law
                                          1. Transmission Angle
                                          2. Slider-Crank Mechanism
                                            1. Structure and Function
                                              1. Inversions and Applications
                                                1. Engine Mechanism
                                                  1. Reciprocating Pump
                                                    1. Oscillating Cylinder Engine
                                                  2. Quick-Return Mechanisms
                                                    1. Whitworth Quick-Return
                                                      1. Slotted Lever Mechanism
                                                        1. Crank and Slotted Lever
                                                        2. Geneva Mechanism
                                                          1. Structure and Operation
                                                          2. Ratchet and Pawl Mechanism
                                                            1. Structure and Function

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