Explore topic-wise MCQs in Machine Kinematics.

This section includes 8 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Machine Kinematics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The relation between the number of pairs ( p ) forming a kinematic chain and the number of links (l) is

A. l = 2p – 2
B. l = 2p – 3
C. l = 2p – 4
D. l = 2p – 5
Answer» D. l = 2p – 5
Discussion
2.

Which of the following is a turning pair ?

A. Piston and cylinder of a reciprocating steam engine
B. Shaft with collars at both ends fitted in a circular hole
C. Lead screw of a lathe with nut
D. Ball and socket joint
Answer» C. Lead screw of a lathe with nut
Discussion
3.

When the elements of the pair are kept in contact by the action of external forces, the pair is said to be a

A. lower pair
B. higher pair
C. self closed pair
D. force closed pair
Answer» E.
Discussion
4.

A ball and a socket joint forms a

A. turning pair
B. rolling pair
C. sliding pair
D. spherical pair
Answer» E.
Discussion
5.

The cam and follower without a spring forms a

A. lower pair
B. higher pair
C. self closed pair
D. force closed pair
Answer» D. force closed pair
Discussion
6.

The motion transmitted between the teeth of gears in mesh is

A. sliding
B. rolling
C. may be rolling or sliding depending upon the shape of teeth
D. partly sliding and partly rolling
Answer» E.
Discussion
7.

The motion of a piston in the cylinder of a steam engine is an example of

A. completely constrained motion
B. incompletely constrained motion
C. successfully constrained motion
D. none of the mentioned
Answer» B. incompletely constrained motion
Discussion
8.

In a reciprocating steam engine, which of the following forms a kinematic link ?

A. cylinder and piston
B. piston rod and connecting rod
C. crank shaft and flywheel
D. flywheel and engine frame
Answer» D. flywheel and engine frame
Discussion