Please do tutorials 1,2,3,5 before these tutorials.
In machines, in general terms, the motion of a Cam impart a motion to a Cam-Follower.is in continuous contact with a Cam-Profile to
Usually, the cam and cam-follower move. The cam usually has a simple motion and the cam-follower a more complex motion. However, it is also possible that the cam or the cam-follower is stationary.
Example of cams in a protected enclosure with forced oil feed, typical of a packaging machine.
As you design cams, you may notice a difference between MechDesigner and other software. New users are often confused: 'Why does the model not yet include a cam?'. You will see that, in MechDesigner, you add the cam when your design is almost complete, and not when you start your design.
• | To learn how to Add 2D-Cam. |
• | Add different cam types. |
• | To improve your modelling skills. |
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➢ | 6B: 2D-Cams – A Labelling Machine. A Design Study – You need good motion design skills! |