Study Apparatus for Elementary Mechanical Joints and Associated 3D Torsor

This apparatus for studying elementary mechanical joints and associated 3D torsors is intended for technical and scientific training in the fundamental study of torsor representation. The direct-contact joints studied, close to those used in mechanical construction, are: rectilinear linear, annular linear, pivot, sliding pivot, slider, and ball joint.

Proposed Lab Topics

Experimental analysis of the mechanical joint in all its aspects:

• Perfect joint: search for the ideal reference frame and determination of the corresponding transmissible force torsor
• Real joint: effects of friction on mechanical behavior — wedging, reversibility, efficiency

Composition

• Measurement plate, joint-holder sphere, sphere-holder cup, positioning pin
• Set of joints and accessories
• Acquisition card with connection cables
• Software
• Educational and technical documentation

Options:

• Supplement for the study of simple and compound joints (EX200C2)
• Loading system (EX200C3)
• Supplement for the study of friction and wedging (EX200C4)

Experimental analysis of the mechanical joint in all its aspects:
Perfect joint: search for the ideal reference frame and determination of the corresponding transmissible force torsor
Real joint: effects of friction on mechanical behavior — wedging, reversibility, efficiency
Measurement plate, joint-holder sphere, sphere-holder cup, positioning pin
Set of joints and accessories
Acquisition card with connection cables
Software
Educational and technical documentation