Computer-Aided Kinematic Analysis of Two-Movement Follower Mechanism

Abstract

Cams and followers are parts of many mechanical systems, including those that assure rotation and translation intermittent movement of an element, example for conveyor belts or rotating stages. The paper deals with the analysis of the influence of geometrical parameters on the kinematics of two-movement follower mechanism using Computer-Aided Engineering. The profile of the cam was analytically determined. The geometric model and the kinematic analysis of the mechanism were made with several software packages (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Adams and Altair Inspire).