Computerized Cam Analysis

Computerized Cam Analysis

The Computerized Cam Analysis unit allows the dynamic investigation of a cam mechanism at various speeds.  
Four typical cams with corresponding engaging members are compared in terms of their motion behavior.  
The valve is simulated with a mass and a spring.
A recorder synchronized with the cam member records the actual elevation curve of the cam mechanism.  
A speed-controlled drive motor with a large flywheel generates a speed as constant as possible.  
The open design means that the motion is clearly visible in every detail.
The experimental unit is intended for demonstration in engineering education.  
A transparent protective cover ensures safe operation.  
It is not suitable to be used as a test bench in the field of endurance testing/tribology.

FEATURES:
Comparison of the elevation curves of different cam-member shapes
Comparison of elevation curves with theory
Four different cam members, two different engaging members
Influence of spring stiffness and mass on the dynamic behavior
Determine the limit speed and compare with theory
Influence of moving mass on the motion of cam member/plunger
Influence of return-spring stiffness and preload on the motion of cam member/plunger
Record elevation curves of cam mechanisms

SPECIFICATION:
Cam-shaped cam members: tangent cam, hollow cam, 2 circular arm cams with different head radius
2 different engaging members: flat receiver with plunger or rolling receiver with plunger
3 interchangeable return springs and spring preload Oscillating mass can be increased with 5 additional weights
Optical speed sensor
Transparent protective cover for safe operation
Recorder: toothed belt drive

Drive motor :
DC asynchronous motor with frequency converter
Power: 250W
Speed: 60…670min-1

Cam-shaped cam member :
Stroke, each: 15mm
Opening angle, each: 140°

Spring stiffness :
Hard: 5,026N/m
Medium: 2,601N/m
Soft: 613N/m

Masses :
Additional masses supplied with different weights

Power required for operation :
230V, 50Hz, 1 phase
230V, 60Hz, 1 phase; 120V, 60Hz, 1 phase