Mechanisms — disk cam

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Disk Cam with Translating Follower diagram
Disk Cam with Translating Follower Mechanism: How It Works, Diagram, Formula and Uses
Explore a cycloidal disk cam with a translating point follower. Compare full-cycle pressure angle, required base radius, peak velocity and acceleration.
Disk Cam with Oscillating Follower diagram
Disk Cam with Oscillating Follower: How It Works, Parts, Formula, and Industrial Uses Explained
Explore an eccentric circular disk cam and oscillating roller follower. Calculate follower swing, output-tip arc and cycle time for the stated mounting geometry.
Cam-wheel with Profile Rim diagram
Cam-wheel with Profile Rim Mechanism: How It Works, Parts, Diagram and Industrial Uses Explained
Explore a profile-rim cam with a guided roller. Compare cycloidal lift, cycle time, peak speed, acceleration and inertial allowance per unit follower mass.