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JSS3 Basic Technology

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Overview

Explain types and application of rotary motion; Explain the need to convert rotary motion to linear motion.

What you'll learn
  • Rotary Motion:
  • - one – way; e.g. shaft of running car;
  • - reversible rotary motion; e.g. load drum of cranes, brakes, clutches and ratchets.
  • Principles of application.
  • Conversion of rotary motion to linear motion:
  • - rack and pinion, screws, crank and slider;
  • - connecting rod and piston.