Mechanical Systems Quiz

Which type of motion is defined as motion in a straight line?

• Reciprocating motion

• Oscillating motion

• Linear motion

• Rotary motion

What type of motion is produced by a swinging pendulum in a clock?

• Linear motion

• Oscillating motion

• Reciprocating motion

• Rotary motion

How does a cam and follower mechanism convert rotary motion into reciprocating motion?

• The cam moves up and down as the follower rotates

• The follower moves up and down as the cam rotates

• The cam and follower move in a straight line

• The cam and follower rotate together

What type of motion does a wheel turning exhibit?

Which type of motion is demonstrated by a hand cutting tool being moved backwards and forwards?

What type of motion is exhibited by a train moving across a straight track?

What type of motion is produced by an eccentric cam with an off-centre rotating shaft?

• Reciprocating motion

• Rotary motion

• Oscillating motion

• Linear motion

What is the purpose of a suitable frame in a child's toy design using a mechanical system?

• To convert rotary motion into reciprocating motion

• To produce the initial rotary motion

• To allow the toy to stand freely

• To create a 2D and/or 3D model

What is the homework assignment related to finding examples of products at home that use mechanical systems for?

What should be done in the plenary session of evaluating the design and models?

• Create a 2D and/or 3D model

• Explain the use of cams and followers

• Identify different types of motion

• Suggest improvements to the design