Mechanisms — cam motion

Recent Blogs

Globoid Cam — schematic of the mechanism.
Globoid Cam: Roller-Gear Animation and Indexing Calculator
See an hourglass cam drive a roller turret through index and dwell. Calculate cycloidal index time, peak output speed and tangential acceleration.
Cam (mechanism) diagram
Cam (mechanism) Explained: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Profile Formula and Uses
Explore a radial cam with linear rise and return. Adjust lift and event angles, then compare follower displacement, motion rate and the available lower dwell.
Stamp Mill Cam Motion diagram
Stamp Mill Cam Motion: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, and Blow Energy Calculator
Stamp Mill Cam Motion explained — how the wiper cam lifts and drops stamp heads to crush ore in mining, with formulas, examples, and design...