Problem 4: Dynamic Analysis of a Wiper Mechanism
Objective
Figure 1.
Entities Validated
- Rigid body
- Constraints
- Joint motion – velocity-based rotational
Type of Analysis
- Dynamic
Reference
Any text book on the Theory of Machines and Mechanisms
Model Files
wiper_mechanism.mdl - MotionView Model
wiper_mechanism.xml - MotionSolve Deck
Graphical Results
Figure 2.
Result Comparison
| Output | Analytical | MotionSolve | % Error |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle swept by wiper (deg) | 94 | 94 | 0% |
Conclusion
MotionSolve results compare well with analytical results.