a mechanical component that converts rotary motion into linear motion

a part of a machine that moves up and down or back and forth when it touches a cam

resistance which is encountered when two things rub together

a grooved wheel over which a belt can run

Cams and pulleys

Design and technology

In this unit pupils will develop core principles knowledge with an explicit focus on exam technique.

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

This is the inside of a pillar drill. The yellow rings in the centre right, are examples of a ...

The motion of the follower using a __________ shaped cam gradually rises and then suddenly falls.

Rotary motion in cams is changed into which motion in followers?

{{}} occurs when two things rub together.

A bike wheel turning around is an example of which type of motion?

Tweezers are an example of which type of lever?

Increasing the length of the handles would make it {{}} to cut through a piece of fabric.

The distance from one side of a circle to the other going through the centre, is known as the ...

transfer motion from one place to another