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3 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
What is a tangent cam?
Think about its shape and functionality.
Explain what undercutting means.
Consider how it affects contact with the follower.
What are tangent cams primarily characterized by?
Think about their shape.
True or False: Undercutting only occurs in radial cams.
Consider the definition of undercutting.
Design a tangent cam for an assembly line robot ensuring minimum undercutting while achieving desired follower motion. Outline the steps you would take in your design process.
Consider the entire motion path and how material affects it.
Evaluate a scenario where tangent cam usage led to mechanical failure due to misunderstandings of pressure angles. What could have been done differently?
Think about critical checkpoints in the design process.
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