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Klappentext This book has been written to give the reader a insight into the design of mechanisms as seen through the eyes of a mathematician. It can be used in a variety of ways. An individual could work through the book from cover to cover as a text book, but a teacher is more likely to use the book selectively, using it as a resource of ideas and activities to enrich his or her teaching of mathematics or technology. Zusammenfassung A resource book which looks at the design of mechanisms! for example gears and linkages! through the eyes of a mathematician. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Around we go! -Transmitting rotary motion using belts, pulleys, sprockets and chains; 2. Gnashing teeth! -An analysis of gear trains; 3. Tipping, tilting and turning -The variable-based triangle; 4. Swings, lifts and balances -Applications of the parallelogram linkage; 5. From rocking horses to steam engines -Applications of the isosceles trapezium linkage; 6. Why is a cyclist like a pedal bin? -Applications and analysis of the general 4-bar linkage; 7. Hoist away! -Winding mechanisms; 8. Rolling along -Rollers and wheels; 9. Forward twist! -Combining rotary and linear motion; 10. A bumpy ride! -Cams and ratchets; 11. Win some, lose some! -Levers and hydraulic rams; 12. Mechanical manipulators -An analysis of robot designs; Solutions to exercises
