ME41 Module H

1. A cam is required for an automated transfer

mechanism. The cam follower must rise
outward 1.0 in. with constant velocity in 3.0
s, dwell for 0.5 s, fall with constant velocity
in 2.0 s, and then repeat the sequence.
Determine the required speed of the cam and
graphically plot a follower displacement
diagram.
2. A plate cam must provide the
displacement shown in Figure P9.37
below to a reciprocating in-line knife-
edge follower. The cam must have a
base circle of 3.0 in. and rotate
clockwise. Graphically construct the
profile.