Mechanical Engineering - Theory of machines - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Theory of machines - Section 2 (Q.No. 4)
4.
Which of the following is an open pair?
Ball and socket joint
Journal bearing
Lead screw and nut
Cam and follower
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Rabindra kumar parida said:   1 decade ago
Why cam and follower are called open pair? Because they are also called force closed pair.

Birjoo yadav said:   10 years ago
To decide open pair the pair must be held either spring action or due to force of gravity.

Hardik said:   10 years ago
If cam and follower is an open pair, then why answer is A? Ball and socket joint.

Dwaipayan Gupta said:   4 years ago
Cam follower is a forced closed pair.

So, None of the options are correct.

VIVEK KUMAR YADAV said:   7 years ago
What is the difference between closed pairs and self-closed pairs?

Gyan said:   1 decade ago
What is the basic parameter to decide a pair to open pair?

D rahul said:   9 years ago
YES, the correct option is (d) Cam and follower.

Vimarchana said:   5 years ago
Cam and follower is the correct answer. I agree.

Purrbajyoti said:   6 years ago
Forced closed pair or open pair is same.

Yogesh said:   9 years ago
Cam & follower is the right answer.


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