Chebyschev Straight-Line Linkage

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WM2D File

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Info

The sixbar linkage consists of the Chebyschev linkage, a Grashof double rocker, and a platform with a connecting link. The coupler curve traces a straight line and the platform moves horizontally along the straight line without rotation.

Source

This Working Model file is adapted from Figure P.2-5(a) on p.79 in Design of Machinery, 3rd ed. by Norton, R.L., McGraw-Hill, 2004.

Credits

This Working Model file was first developed by Jie (Jeff) Yang.