9.5.1 Example Mechanism

The quick-return mechanism model that was developed in Section 3.1 is used here to demonstrate the use of sensitivity systems. The model is redefined as follows in abbreviated form.

Here is the entire quick-return model.

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Note that three parameters were added to the model that are used in the following sensitivity analysis: crankarm, which is the local x coordinate of the crankpin on the crank, drivex and drivey, which are the X and Y coordinates of the attachment point of the drive arm to the ground, respectively.

Here is a graphic of the quick-return mechanism.