机械外文翻译--机构与机器.doc

Mechanism and Machines A system that transmits forces in a predetermined manner to accomplish specific objectives may be considered a machine. A mechanism may be defined in a similar manner, but the term mechanism is usually applied to a system where the principal function is to transmit motion. Kinematics is the study of motion in mechanism, while the analysis of force and torques in machined is called dynamics. Once the need for a machine or mechanism with given characteristics is identified, the design process begins. Detailed analysis of displacements, velocities, and accelerations is usually required. This part of the design process is then followed by analysis of force and torques. The design process may continue long after first model have been produce and include redesigns of component that affect velocities, accelerations, force, and torques. In order to successfully compete form year to year, most manufacturers must continuously modify their product and their methods of production. Increases in production rate, upgrading of product performance, redesign for cost and weight reduction, and motion analysis of new product lines are frequently required. Success may hinge on the correct kinematic and dynamic analysis of the problem. Many of the basic linkage configurations have been incorporate into machines designed centuries ago, and the term we use to describe then have change over the year. Thus, definitions and terminology will not be consistent throughout the technical literature. In most cases, however, meanings will be clear form the context of the descriptive matter. A few terms of particular interest to the study of kinematic and dynamics of machines are define below. Link A link is one of the rigid bodies or members joined together to form a kinematic chain. The term rigid link or sometimes simply link is an idealization used in the study of that does not consider small deflections due to strains in machine members. A perfectly rigid or inextensible l