In order to further promote a deeper understanding of the design of mechanisms, we created a Quick Return Mechanism model that demonstrates how changing design parameters can alter the motion and time ratio of the device. Data from accelerometers on the mechanism were gathered and compared to the theoretical results from a mathematical model of the linkage. With this apparatus, a professor can easily demonstrate how a quick return mechanism functions on a theoretical and practical level to further students’ comprehension of the kinematics of the mechanism.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Belohoubek, Zachary Charles
• Webber, Ellyn Marjorie

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042617-171708

Advisor

• Cobb, Eben C.

Year

• 2017

Date created

• 2017-04-26

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Mechanical Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright