The Lego mechanism showcased here transfers one rotation of the drive axle into 1/4 rotation of the output axle. Here are the basic movements explained.
The driving axle (to the right) locks the output axle, due to the black half circle shape.
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Saturday, 23 February 2013
Geneva drive in Lego Technic
The Geneva drive is a mechanical device that transform a smooth rotation into an intermittent rotary motion. Traditionally, this has had applications within watch making.
The Lego mechanism showcased here transfers one rotation of the drive axle into 1/4 rotation of the output axle. Here are the basic movements explained.
The driving axle (to the right) locks the output axle, due to the black half circle shape.
The Lego mechanism showcased here transfers one rotation of the drive axle into 1/4 rotation of the output axle. Here are the basic movements explained.
The driving axle (to the right) locks the output axle, due to the black half circle shape.
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