Rack and Pinion

What is the type of input movement if the Pinon Gear is the Input? (rotary or linear)

• Linear
• Rotary
• Reciprocating

What is the type of output movement if the Rack is the Output?

• Linear
• Rotary
• Reciprocating

If the diameter of the pinion gear were increased, would the rack move a shorter or longer distance with one revolution of the axle?

• Longer
• Shorter
• Same

If the diameter of the pinion gear were increased, would the rack move a faster or slower?

• Faster

• Slower

• Same

Is the flow of power reversible? (Can you make the input shaft turn by sliding the output shaft?)

• Yes
• No
• Only when turned clockwise
• Only when turned counterclockwise

Is the direction of travel reversible? (Does the mechanism still work if the input shaft is turned in the opposite direction?)

• Yes
• No
• Only when turned clockwise
• Only when turned counterclockwise