IED 4.1.2 Quiz

What is the main goal of Activity 4.1.2 "Cams Make the World Go Round"?

• To understand the history of cams

• To use mathematical modeling to optimize design criteria

• To study the biological aspects of cams

• To learn about the political impact of cams

Which software is suggested for creating a sketch in Activity 4.1.2?

• Adobe Photoshop

• Microsoft Paint

• Fusion 360

• AutoCAD

What is one of the tasks to be performed using Fusion 360 in Activity 4.1.2?

• Create a pie chart

• Write a program

• Create a construction plane

• Design a website

What is the purpose of a cam mechanism?

• To increase the speed of an axle

• To change the direction or rhythm of movement of other parts

• To reduce friction between machine parts

• To generate electrical energy

Which of the following is NOT a product that typically uses a cam mechanism?

• Clock mechanisms

• Sewing machines

• Electric motors

• Toys

What will you create in the activity to understand cam mechanisms better?

• A 2D sketch of a cam

• A 3D solid model of a cam

• A physical prototype of a cam

• A written report on cam mechanisms

Why is parametric modeling used in creating a 3D model of a cam?

• To ensure the model is aesthetically pleasing

• To make the model waterproof

• To allow the model to be quickly changed to adapt to new criteria

• To reduce the cost of production

What is the cam number for the Hexagonal cam type shown in Figure 2?

• 1

• 4

• 5

• 3

Which cam number corresponds to the Eccentric cam type according to Figure 2?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 6

Identify the cam number for the Pear cam type as depicted in Figure 2.

• 5

• 1

• 3

• 6