Cams and followers: follower motion direction for a radial (disc) cam Determine the correct direction of follower motion relative to the cam axis for a radial cam mechanism. Choose the correct option.
Mechanical Engineering
Machine Design
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AIn a direction perpendicular to the cam axis
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BIn a direction parallel to the cam axis
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CIn any direction irrespective of the cam axis
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DAlong the cam axis itself
Answer
Correct Answer: In a direction perpendicular to the cam axis
Explanation
ConceptA radial (disc) cam has the follower moving in the plane of cam rotation (radially in/out), which is perpendicular to the cam's axis.
Elimination(b) and (d) imply axial movement (that is typical for cylindrical/axial cams, not radial cams). (c) is too vague and incorrect.
Final AnswerIn a direction perpendicular to the cam axis