Theory of Machines

Equipment for Teaching Basic to Advanced Machine Theory

The theory of machines range offers teaching equipment for the basics of machine engineering such as motion, to more advanced studies of free and forced vibration, friction in bearings, geared systems, and governors.

  • TecQuipment | Theory of Machines
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    TM164

    Experiment that uses simple harmonic motion theory to demonstrate how to calculate the frequency of oscillation of simple mass-spring systems; demonstrates Hooke's law. Fits on to the Free Vibrations Test Frame.

  • TecQuipment | Theory of Machines
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    TM166

    An experiment that uses the fundamental theory and Rayleigh's approximation to calculate the frequency of oscillation of a cantilever. It also utilizes Dunkerley's method to predict the 'beam only' frequency. Fits on to the Free Vibrations Test Frame.

  • Engineering Education | Theory of Machines: Vibration
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    TM160 - Base Unit

    A sturdy bench top frame for use with the Free Vibrations experiment modules.

  • TecQuipment Engineering Lab Equipment
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    TM1018

    An experimental unit to allow students to find the dynamic efficiency of various drive types. The unit comes complete with a gear drive unit which can be configured as a simple or compound drive.

  • TecQuipment | Theory of Machines
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    TM1027

    Benchtop apparatus for demonstrating how different governors work, including Hartnell, Porter and Proell governors.

  • TecQuipment | Theory of Machines
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    TM1004

    Benchtop apparatus for experiments in gyroscopic couple and velocities of rotor and precision.

  • TecQuipment | Friction
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    TE98 - Experiment

    Bench mounted, self contained unit that allows a practical examination of Hertz's theories of contact between materials.

  • Engineering Education | Theory of Machines: Friction
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    TM25 - Experiment

    Floor standing apparatus for demonstrating the pressures around a journal bearing at different speeds.

  • TecQuipment | Friction
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    TE99 - Experiment

    A bench mounted, self contained apparatus to demonstrate the pressure distribution across the film of oil in a Michell tilting pad slider bearing. Helps to prove Reynold's equation for pressure gradient in fluid film.

  • TecQuipment | Theory of Machines
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    TM161

    Experiment for studying simple harmonic motion and the factors that affect the period of oscillation of pendulums. Fits on to the Free Vibrations Test Frame.

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