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Sigma KEE - MechanicalJoint
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MechanicalJoint
A Device that links two parts of a PhysicalSystem and allows them to move in relation to one another. Examples include Hinges, drawer slides and BallJoints.
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Parents EngineeringComponent A fundamental concept that applies in many engineering domains. An EngineeringComponent is an element of a Device that is a physically whole object, such as one might see listed as standard parts in a catalog. The main difference betweeen EngineeringComponents and arbitrary globs of matter is that EngineeringComponents are object-like in a modeling sense. Thus, an EngineeringComponent is not an arbtrary subregion, but a part of a system with a stable identity.
Children BallJointA ball joint allows for travel of two linked entities, where if one entity is fixed, the other can travel on paths that describe a portion of the surface of a sphere. A typical application is a linkage between the Wheels and AutoSuspensionSystem. A spring is typically included in order to reduce vibration.
 BearingA Device designed to let the surfaces of two objects move in relation to one another with limited friction. Ball bearings roll in a channel affixed to one surface.
 CVJointA MechanicalJoint that allows two joined shafts to turn at the same speed throughout a range of angles with respect to each other. The most common type of CV joint is a BallJoint, although there are also other kinds.
 HingeAn EngineeringComponent that connects one thing to another in such a way that they can move relative to one another.
 UniversalJointA joint that couples two shafts at variables angles to one another. It is distinct from a CVJoint in that the shafts do not travel at a constant velocity with respect to one another. This causes vibration and wear. However, universal joints are simpler to make than CV joints.


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