Theory of Machines
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Automotive
Automotive Gear System Efficiency, Manual Transmission (Computer interface)
The apparatus is table top unit for studying an automotive gear system efficiency under different gear ratios and speeds.
The system uses a manual automotive gear. The input shaft is driven a motor dynamometer via a belt and pulleys. Speed is controlled by an inverter. The output shaft is attached to a water brake absorber dynamometer. The dynamometer requires outside water supply.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Input power, output power and efficiency.
- Effect of speed and load on efficiency.
TECHNICAL DATAGear box Good used 5 speeds manual automotive gear Speed control 4.0 kW inverter Maximum shaft input speed 6000 rpm Measuring instruments – Torques Digital display for input and output shafts of the gear – Speeds Digital display for input and output shafts of the gear Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied). Power supply 380 V, 3 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Automotive
Automotive Gear System: Manual Transmission – Computer Interface
The apparatus is for studying the acceleration of an automotive gear system as well as gear system efficiency under different gear ratios and speeds.
The system uses a manual automotive gear. The input shaft is driven a motor dynamometer via a belt and pulleys. Speed is controlled by an inverter. The output shaft is attached to a water brake absorber dynamometer. The gear output shaft is extended for a study of inertia of a mass and equivalent inertia of the gear system. The dynamometer requires outside water supply.
The unit is on steel frame with adjustable footings.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Input power, output power and efficiency.
- Effect of speed and load on efficiency.
- Equivalent inertia of the gear.
TECHNICAL DATAGear box Good used 5 speeds manual automotive gear Speed control Inverter Maximum shaft input speed 6000 rpm Measuring instruments – Torques Digital display for input and output shafts – Speeds Digital display for input and output shafts Accessories Cable drum, two inertia masses, calibrated weights, weight hanger, rubber pad and stop watch for inertia determination Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied). Power supply 380 V, 3 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Centrifugal Force Apparatus, Computer Interface
The apparatus is used for studying the relationship between centrifugal force, rotating mass and its distance from the axis of rotation. Each factor can be investigated separately.
The apparatus consists of a drive motor with a speed controller, a frame for rotating arm, masses, and instruments for measurement of centrifugal force and speed. The frame is driven by a motor via a belt. The centrifugal force from a known mass on the arm is transmitted via a lever to a load cell located above the frame. A guard with transparent front is provided for safety.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Centrifugal force vs mass.
- Centrifugal force vs angular velocity.
- Centrifugal force vs radius.
TECHNICAL DATARotating radius Up to 125 mm. Rotating masses 1 lot. Rotating speed 0-600 rpm Measuring instruments – Speed and force Digital display Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied). Power supply 220 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Comprehensive Geared System
The apparatus is used for studying the acceleration of a geared system as well as geared system efficiency under different gear ratios.
The system consists of three shafts, two stage spur gear unit with two fixed gear and two sliding gear sets. All shafts rest on ball bearings on a steel frame.
The first shaft has a cable drum for weight hanger.
The second shaft has an interchangeable inertia mass. A speed sensor monitors the mass speed at four pulses per revolution.
A motor dynamometer measures the gear system input power. This motor dynamometer drives the first shaft via an electric clutch. Speed is controlled by an inverter.
A mechanical brake dynamometer is attached to the third shaft for measurement of the gear system output power.
For a study of acceleration of the geared system, a weight hanger provides torque on the cable drum and speed sensor can measure inertia mass velocity and acceleration.
The apparatus has a transparent cover with interlocks for safety protection.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Inertia of a mass and of a geared system.
- Input power, output power, and efficiency.
- Effect of speed and load on efficiency.
TECHNICAL DATAGear Spur gear modules 2. Transmission ratio alternatives 3 Weight hanger and weights 1 lot. Inertia masses 2 Speed control 0.75 kW inverter for controlling motor speed Power measurement – Torques Digital display for input and output shafts – Speeds Digital display for input and output shafts Power supply 220 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. Accessories Rubber pad and stop watch (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Governor Apparatus
The apparatus is designed for studying motion and operation of Porter, Proell and Hartnell governors.
The equipment consists of a motor with flange for attachment of governor, speed controller with sensor and indicator, governors with shaft scale for lift measurement and weights. A transparent cover is provided for safety.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTSSpeed vs. displacement at various weights for Porter, Proell and Hartnell governors.
TECHNICAL DATAGovernors - Porter
- Proell
- Hartnell
Rotor motor DC geared motor with speed controller Rotor speed Up to 400 rpm Balancing weights 1 lot. Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied). Power supply 220 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Gyroscope, Single Motor
The apparatus is used for studying relationship between gyroscopic torque, rotor speed and rate of precession.
The equipment consists of a rotor with a motor, and a low voltage power supply and speed control. The rotor is mounted horizontally on a frame with two bearing supports. The rods with sliding weights are attached to the frame along the rotor axis to produce balance, positive or negative torque conditions. A tachometer measures rotor and progression speeds. The frame rests on a vertical shaft on bearings to permit progression. A guard with transparent front is provided for safety. The top assembly can be removed for determination experimentally the moment of inertia, and nutation study.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Gyroscope torque vs processional speed.
- Rotor speed vs gyroscope torque.
- Determination of systems moment of inertia and nutation study.
TECHNICAL DATARotor speed Up to 4000 rpm Precession speed Up to 60 rpm Portable tachometer For rotor speed. Stop watch For precession speed. Balancing weights 1 lot. Steel ruler 1 ea. Power supply 220V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Gyroscope, Two Motors
The apparatus is used for studying relationship between gyroscopic torque, rotor speed and rate of precession.
The equipment consists of a steel rotor with a small motor, counter weight, precession motor, and instruments for measurement of speeds and counter weight distance. The rotor is mounted horizontally on a frame with two bearing supports. The frame has a horizontal screw for installation of counter weight to provide a torque. The frame rests on a vertical shaft driven by the precession motor via a belt. A guard with transparent front is provided for safety.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Gyroscope torque vs processional speed.
- Rotor speed vs gyroscope torque.
- Determination of systems moment of inertia and nutation study.
TECHNICAL DATARotor motor DC motor Rotor speed Up to 4000 rpm Precession motor DC geared motor Precession speed Up to 60 rpm Speeds Rotor and precession. Balancing weights 1 lot Steel ruler 1 ea. Power supply 220V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Mechanical Engineering Test Series
This is a bench top set for studying various principles in Mechanical Engineering. It consists of MM500-001 a basic panel for mounting accessories for specific experiment. There are over 20 sets of optional accessories for over 60 experiments. Software for data display and analysis is supplied for selected experiments. Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTSMM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-111 FORCES SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Flat plates are used for determination of center of gravity. Pulleys, cords and rings with load hangers and weights are used for force polygons.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Centers of gravity.
- Force triangle.
- Force polygon and Bow’s Notation.
- Non- concurrent forces.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - plastic plates
- Cord set
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
OPTIONAL MM500-111-1 Work done by variable work force, vertical and tangential efforts, using rotating arm, spring balance and ruler. MM 500-112 MOMENTS SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Rigid beam is pivoted and balanced on both sides by load hangers and weights. Reaction from the load can be shown on spring balance.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Principles of moments.
- Rigid beam.
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd order of levers.
- Bell crank lever.
- Beam balances.
- Beam reactions.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Stainless steel beam with hook points 400 mm long
- Bell crank lever with hook points
- Cord and hook
- Pin support
- Pulley
- Spring balances
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-113 BENDING MOMENT DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. The beam has two parts with a ball bearing hinge at the joint. An underhung spring balance holds the hinge in compression, hence resists bending moment. The beam rests on two round supports. Load hangers and weights slide along the beam.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES Bending moment of a beam under loads. MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Beam for bending moment test
- Beam supports
- Hanger sliders
- Spring balance
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-114 SHEAR FORCE SET DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES Shear force of a beam under loads. MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Beam for shear force test 400 mm
- Beam supports
- Hanger sliders
- Spring balance
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-115 SHEAR FORCE AND BENDING MOMENT SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. The beam has two parts with a ball bearing hinge at the joint. An underhung spring balance holds the hinge in compression, hence resists bending moment. The beam rests on two round supports. Load hangers and weights slide along the beam.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Bending moment of a beam under loads.
- Shear force of a beam under loads.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Beam for bending moment test
- Beam supports
- Hanger sliders
- Spring balances
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-117 CRANK AND TOGGLE SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Load hanger and weight are applied on the crank to create turning moment and horizontal force is measured on the slider using load hanger and weights.
TECHNICAL DATA Turning moment vs for crank resistance at different crank angles. MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Crank and slider set with provision for load hangers and angular scale.
- Cords
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-121 DEFLECTION OF BEAMS AND CANTILEVERS SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. A beam is placed on two supports and loads are applied on the beam by load hangers and weights. Displacement is measured by dial indicator.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Beam length vs deflection.
- Beam material vs deflection.
- Effects of moment of inertia on deflection.
- Effects of beam supports on deflection.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Stainless steel, brass and aluminium beam
- Stainless steel beam
- Knife edge support
- Knife edge and fixed beam support
- Stainless steel ruler
- Stainless steel vernier
- Hanger sliders
- Dial indicators
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-132 TENSILE TEST SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Tensile specimen is attached to the tensile test frame where load is applied by a screw. Load is measured by a dial indicator on the spring and specimen displacement is measured by a vernier.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES Tensile test to failure to determine elastic limit, yield and ultimate strength of specimens. MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Tensile test frame with calibrated spring
- Specimens of mild steel, medium carbon steel, brass and aluminium
- Dial indicator
- Vernier
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-133 TORSION SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Circular bar is attached to two supports one fixed and the other rotating. Torsion load is applied on the rotating end via a pulley and angular displacement is measured a dial indicator on an arm.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Angle of twist vs specimen length.
- Angle of twist vs specimen material.
- Angle of twist vs moment of inertia.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Circular bars of stainless steel, brass and aluminium.
- Dial indicator
- Stainless steel tube
- Stainless steel Vernier
- Stainless steel ruler
- Rotating and fixed bar supports
- Bar clamps for bars and tube
- Load hanger
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-134 SPRING TEST SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets of various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Coil spring(s) are attached to the test frame and load is applied to the spring(s). Spring extension is measured by a vernier.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Hooke’s law for spring compression.
- Hooke’s law for spring tension.
- Parallel and series spring tests.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Coil springs of different sizes
- Spring tester
- Spiral spring
- Stainless steel ruler
- Stainless steel vernier
- Load hanger
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-135 POTENTIAL AND KINETIC ENERGY SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. A pendulum, a flywheel with string, a weight hanger and weights are used to demonstrate how energy is transferred from one from to another.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Kinetic and potential energy in a pendulum.
- Static potential energy in a spring.
- Kinetic energy in a flywheel.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Simple pendulum
- Flywheel with cord
- Stop watch
- Spring
- Stainless steel ruler
- Load hanger with cord
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-141 INCLINED PLANE SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 Mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. The set uses an adjustable slope inclined plane whose surface finish can be changed. Moving on the inclined plane is a sled, a roller or a rolling car with load. A pulley with load hangers and weights are provided for loading and friction measurement.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Forces on an inclined plane.
- Rolling and sliding friction on different surfaces.
- Kinetic and static friction.
- Effects of inclined angle.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Inclined plane,
- Plastics and steel surfaces
- Sliding block
- Rolling car
- Roller
- cord
- Load hanger
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-142 ROTATIONAL FRICTION SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. Friction materials includes a screw jack and bushing of different materials. Pulley, load hangers and weights measure the friction. An oil cup is provided for a study of lubrication effect.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Efficiency of a screw jack.
- Efficiency of different busing materials.
- Effect of bushing diameter.
- Effect of lubrication.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Bushings made of brass (2 different diameters) and plastics with pulleys
- Screw jack set
- Oil cup with oil
- Pulley
- Cord
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-151 PULLEY SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The set is supplied in plastics box. The set is for demonstration of mechanical advantage for various types of pulleys using load hangers and weights.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Fixed, movable and compound pulleys.
- Wheel and axle.
- Weston differential pulley.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Single, double and triple pulley
- Weston differential pulley
- Wheel and axle set
- Cord
- Load hangers
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM500-152 BELT AND CHAIN DRIVE SET DESCRIPTION This is part of MM 500 mechanical Engineering Test Series which provides sets for various experiments on MM 500-001 Basic Panel (separately supplied) to study or demonstrate specific engineering principles. The kit is supplied in plastics box. The kit includes belt and chain power transmission systems. Weights and load hangers are used for determination of mechanical advantage and efficiency.
EXPERIMENT CAPABILITIES - Chain drive system power and efficiency.
- Belt drive system power and efficiency.
MAIN COMPONENTS AND PARTS - Chain and sprocket
- Belt and pulley set
- Cords
- Weights
- Plastics box
- Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
MM 500-001 BASIC PANEL DESCRIPTION The panel is made from a perforated stainless steel sheet mounted on two supports with adjustable footings. The panel can be tilted, put in portrait or landscape position. Accessories for specific experiments are mounted on the panel by quick fitting screws. TECHNICAL DATA - Panel size : 375 x 500 mm
- Distance between holes : 25 mm
- Supports : 2 ea.
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Machine Elements and Theory of Machines
Simple Geared System
The system is for studying the acceleration of a gear system under different gear ratios.
The system consists four parallel shafts with fix and sliding gear and supported by ball bearings on a base frame. Shafts 1, 2 and 3 have two fixed gears. Shafts 2, 3 and 4 have two sliding gears. Each pair of adjacent shafts has two transmission ratios, providing 8 different gear ratios between the first and the last shaft. Inertia mass with torque drum is attached to each shaft. A cord wound around a drum and the weight hanger provides a means of applying a torque. The gear system is attached to a wall supported on two legs for weight hanger travel. By timing the fall of the weight hanger, the acceleration of the system can be calculated. A sprocket and lock pin, and a winding handle are provided for raising the weights. All gears are enclosed in a casing with a transparent cover for safety.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Inertia of a mass and of a geared system.
- Efficiency of a geared system.
TECHNICAL DATAShafts 4 ea. Inertia masses 4 ea. Gear Spur gear. Maximum gear ratio 64:1 Cord with measuring tape 1 set Stop watch 1 ea. Weight hanger 1 ea. Weights 1 lot Accessories Rubber pad Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied) (0 reviews)