Physics · Inversion of Mechanisms
In a standard four-link slider-crank mechanism, link 1 is fixed, link 2 is the crank, link 3 is the connecting rod, and link 4 is the slider. If instead of link 1, link 2 is fixed, link 3 becomes the crank, and link 1 rotates about the fixed center while slider 4 reciprocates relative to it, the resulting mechanism is known as a:
- 1Reciprocating compressor
- 2Hand pump
- 3Crank and slotted lever mechanism
- 4Whitworth quick return mechanism✓
Correct answer
Whitworth quick return mechanism
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