Mechanisms — dead centre

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Continuous Rotary via Two Paired Link Cranks diagram
Continuous Rotary via Two Paired Link Cranks: How the Mechanism Works, Parts & Uses Explained
Explore two crank pairs connecting parallel shafts. Compare phase offsets and normalized torque contributions from two ideal equal-force coupling rods.
Helping Crank Over Center diagram
Helping Crank: Phase and Arc Geometry Calculator | FIRGELLI
Compare two ideal crank phases, convert an angular band to arc length, and inspect a normalized sine factor. Available torque, full linkage motion and starting...
Single-cylinder Locomotive diagram
Single-Cylinder Locomotive: Centre-Crank Animation and Leverage Calculator
Watch a single-cylinder locomotive centre crank, piston and crosshead. Compare ideal crank leverage at two selected angles and distance from dead centre.