Figure shows a mechanism for a transfer conveyor. The driving link rotates counterclockwis...

Figure shows a mechanism for a transfer conveyor. The driving link rotates counterclockwise at a constant rate of 25 rpm. The box weighs 50 lb as shown. The weight of the driving link and the coupler are negligible. The weight of the conveyor link is 28 lb and the center of gravity is at its midspan. The radius of gyration of the conveyor link relative to the center of gravity is 26 in. For β = 100°, graphically determine the following:

1. The linear acceleration of the center of gravity of the conveyor link,

2. The rotational acceleration of the conveyor link,

3. The inertial force and torque of the conveyor link,

4. The pin forces, and

5. The torque required to drive the mechanism.

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