Dynamic Analysis of Indexing Cam Mechanisms with Clearances

In this paper, a dynamic model for an indexing cam mechanism with clearance is established, and non-linear dynamic equations for the indexing cam mechanism with consideration of factors such as clearance a nd resistance are developed as well. By adopting the GEAR method as a means of s olving the equation and by comparing with experimental results, the dynamic mode l established in the paper is found to be valid.