ME224

TUTORIAL 2

1. The accelerations of points A and B in the coupler shown are as given. Determine the
acceleration of the center of mass G and the angular acceleration of the body. Draw
the vector representing aG from G.
2. Crank 2 of the push-link mechanism shown in the figure is driven at a constant
angular velocity = 60 rad/s (CW). Find the velocity and acceleration of point F
and the angular velocity and acceleration of links 3 and 4.
3. The figure shows the mechanism used in a two-cylinder 60-degree V-engine
consisting, in part, of an articulated connecting rod. Crank 2 rotates at 2000 rpm CW.
Find the velocities and acceleration of points B, C and D and the angular acceleration
of links 3 and 5.