KLE Technological University
SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MACHINE & MECHANISMS LAB
(15EMEP204)
A REPORT ON
OPEN ENDED EXPERIMENT
Submitted by
Name USN
Harshvardhan.P 01FE22BME112
Chahat K 01FE22BME114
Santosh M 01FE22BME117
Varun T 01FE22BME118
Supraja B 01FE22BME120
Shreegouri H 01FE22BME122
Sakibkhan P 01FE22BME124
PROBLEM STATEMENT (PART A) :
Develop a drag link mechanism by using MAKIT Kit.
Select the link dimensions in such a way that the cutting stroke time must be more than return
stroke.
Create a model determine velocity of cutting tool by ADAMS.
KINEMATIC DIAGRAM OF DRAG LINK MECHANISM :
Fig 1. Space Diagram
MOBILITY :
Calculation :
n=6
j1 = 7
j2 = 0
Formula :
F = 3(n-1)-2j1-j2
where,
n = number of links,
j1 = number of lower pair joints,
j2 = number of higher pair joints
Now,
F = 3(6-1) - (2*7) – 0
F = 15 – 14
F=1
VELOCITY DIAGRAM OF DRAG LINK MECHANISM :
Fig 2. Velocity Diagram
2𝜋𝑁
𝜔=
60
2𝜋 *95
𝜔=
60
𝜔=9.99 rad/sec
VAB = 𝜔. 𝑟AB
VAB=9.99*0.05
VAB = 0.49 m/sec
𝜔AB = 95 rad/sec
𝜔 BC = 31.5 rad/sec
𝜔CD = 67 rad/sec
𝜔CE = 22.5 rad/sec
𝜔D = 2 m/s
ADAMS SOLUTION :
Fig. 3. Angular Velocity of Link AB
Fig. 4. Angular Velocity of Link BC
Fig. 5. Angular Velocity of Link CE
Fig. 6. Angular Velocity of Link CD
Fig . 7. Angular Velocity of
Rocker
Fig. 7. Angular Velocity of Slider (D)
MAKIT KIT BUILT UP MODEL :
Fig. 8. Builtup Model
COMPARISION TABLE :
Velocity Velocity
Sl. No. Link Dimensions (Theoretical) (Adams)
(mm) rad/sec rad/sec
1. AB 50 95 95
2. BC 150 31.5 36.3491
3. CE 100 22.5 20.9547
4. CD 150 67 59.6538
5. Slider (D) 25 2 1.6758
DISCUSSION OF RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS :
The ADAMS simulation of the developed drag link mechanism using MAKIT Kit components
confirms that the cutting stroke time is longer than the return stroke, as required. Velocity analysis
shows a steady speed during the cutting stroke and an increased velocity during the return stroke.
These results indicate that the mechanism effectively achieves the desired motion characteristics,
making it suitable for applications like shaper machines where controlled cutting is essential. The
simulation validates the design and demonstrates the utility of ADAMS in optimizing and
analyzing mechanical systems.
PROBLEM STATEMENT (PART B) :
Create a mechanism for lifting a platform by using MAKIT Kit.
KINEMATIC DIAGRAM OF LIFFTING A PLATFORM :
Figure 8 : Kinematic Diagram of Lifting Mechanism
MOBILITY:
𝐹 = 3(𝑛 − 1) − 2𝑗1 − 𝑗2
n=Number of parts
𝑗1 =Number of Lower Pairs
𝑗2 =Number of Higher pairs
𝐹 = 3(6 − 1) − (2 ∗ 7) − 0
𝐹 =15-14
𝐹 =1
Therefore Degree of freedom=1
A lifting platform operates using a kinematic approach by converting rotational motion into linear
motion to elevate or lower loads. Typically, this involves a mechanism like a scissor lift, where
linked, folding supports driven by actuators or hydraulic pistons expand and contract. As the
actuator extends, it pushes the arms apart, raising the platform; conversely, retracting the actuator
pulls the arms together, lowering the platform. This setup ensures smooth, controlled vertical
movement, leveraging the principles of mechanical advantage and precise movement control
inherent in kinematic design.
MAKIT KIT BUILT UP MODEL :
Figure 9 : Lifting Mechanism Physical Model
Figure 10 : Lifting Mechanism Model with Team Members