Types of movement (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards
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How many fundamental types of movement?
How many fundamental types of movement?
Four
Linear motion definition
Linear motion definition
Movement in a straight line
Example of linear motion
Example of linear motion
Trains on tracks/lifts/sliding doors/conveyor belts
Reciprocating motion definition
Reciprocating motion definition
Back & forth along same straight path, repeats
Reciprocating vs oscillating difference
Reciprocating vs oscillating difference
Reciprocating: straight line, oscillating: curved arc
Example of reciprocating motion
Example of reciprocating motion
Jigsaw blades/car pistons/sewing needles/hand saws
Rotary motion definition
Rotary motion definition
Spins/turns around a central point or axis
Example of rotary motion
Example of rotary motion
Bicycle wheels/fan blades/car wheels/drill bits
Oscillating motion definition
Oscillating motion definition
Swinging back & forth in arc from central point
Example of oscillating motion
Example of oscillating motion
Clock pendulums/swings/windscreen wipers/metronomes
Sewing machine needle movement type
Sewing machine needle movement type
Reciprocating motion
What do complex machines combine?
What do complex machines combine?
Multiple movement types