Mechanism and machine theory

Kinematic analysis of mechanisms kinematic synthesis of mechanisms simple mechanisms and coupler curves cams spur gears helical, spiral, worm and bevel gears gear trains hydrodynamic lubrication static force analysis inertia force analysis combined static and inertia force analysis turning moment diagram and flywheel balancing of rotating components balancing of reciprocating components gear forces.

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