Analysis and Motion Curve Synthesis of Cam-Gear Intermittent Mechanisms

      The aim of the research is the analysis and motion curve synthesis for cam-gear intermittent mechanisms. Based on the grooved-cam-controlled motion of rocker planet gear and motion superposition of the planet gear trains, cam-gear intermittent mechanisms transfer continuous rotation to intermittent rotation. Interpolation of non-parametric rational B-splines motion curve is first introduced in this thesis, and it provides better motion characteristics. Based on rigid body transformation, the analytical grooved cam profile can be determined, and the pressure angle and radius of curvature can be calculated. By applying vector operation, rigid body dynamic analysis is also performed. An application example for cam-gear intermittent mechanisms used in the paper delivery system of the die cutting and creasing machine is served to support the content of this research and to improve the kinematic and dynamic characteristics of the paper delivery system.