Theory of Machine
In a reciprocating steam engine, which of the following forms a kinematic link?

Flywheel and engine frame
Crankshaft and flywheel
Cylinder and piston
Piston rod and connecting rod

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Theory of Machine
The secondary unbalanced force due to inertia of reciprocating parts in a reciprocating engine is given by (where m = Mass of reciprocating parts, ω = Angular speed of crank, r = Radius of crank, θ = Angle of inclination of crank with the line of stroke, and n = Ratio of the length of connecting rod to radius of crank)

m.ω².r sinθ
m.ω².r (cos 2θ/n)
m.ω².r cosθ
m.ω².r (sin 2θ/n)

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Theory of Machine
Lower pairs are those which have

Point or line contact between the two elements when in motion
Two elements that permit relative motion
Surface contact between the two elements when in motion
Elements of pairs not held together mechanically

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Theory of Machine
In a circular arc cam with roller follower, the acceleration in any position of the lift will depend only upon

Total lift, centre of gravity of the cam and cam speed
Total lift, total angle of lift, minimum radius of cam and cam speed
Mass of cam follower linkage, spring stiffness and cam speed
Radius of circular arc, cam speed, location of centre of circular arc and roller diameter

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Theory of Machine
The Ackerman steering gear mechanism is preferred to the Davis steering gear mechanism, because

The Ackerman steering gear consists of turning pairs
The Ackerman steering gear is most economical
Whole of the mechanism in the Ackerman steering gear is on the back of the front wheels
Both (A) and (B)

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