Mating parts to achieve rotary, linear, and oscillating motions in a multi-part simple engine

Given a static display of the final assembly, assemble the parts files to match. Add mating conditions which will allow for the required motions. Finally, using the simulation tools display the total assembly in motion. Contributed by William Lindsay, North Carolina

Lesson:

Download SolidWorks-Lesson-Template1.doc

Sample Parts:

Download Base.SLDPRT

Download Bearing.SLDPRT

Download Crankdisk.SLDPRT

Download Crankpin.SLDPRT

Download Crankshaft.SLDPRT

Matthew West

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