Mechanisms — prismatic joint

Recent Blogs

Crossed-slider Chain diagram
Crossed-slider Chain Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Formula, and Uses
Crossed-slider chain explained — how the mechanism converts rotation into elliptical motion, with formulas, worked example, and real applications in CNC and optics.
Sliding Contact Mechanism diagram
Sliding Contact Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Formula and Uses
Sliding Contact Mechanism explained — how sliding pairs transmit motion, real applications in CNC machines, presses, and engines, plus a worked sizing example.
Slider (mechanism) diagram
Slider (mechanism) Explained: How It Works, Parts, Slider-Crank Formula, Diagram and Uses
How a slider mechanism works, where it fits in industry, plus a worked example with formulas, tradeoffs and FAQs from FIRGELLI engineers.
Mechanical Translation diagram
Mechanical Translation Mechanism: How It Works, Prismatic Joints, Lead Screw Formula and Uses
Mechanical translation moves a part in a straight line without rotation. Learn how it works, formulas, and real CNC and stage-rigging examples from FIRGELLI.