Explore topic-wise MCQs in Machine Kinematics.

This section includes 16 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 pitch of the chain (p) and pitch circle diameter of the sprocket (D) is given by

A. p = D sin(900/T)
B. p = D sin(1200/T)
C. p = D sin(1800/T)
D. p = D sin(3600/T)
Answer» D. p = D sin(3600/T)
Discussion
2.

The chain drive transmits ____________ power as compared to belt drive.

A. more
B. less
C. equal
D. none of the mentioned
Answer» B. less
Discussion
3.

The disadvantages of the V-belt drive over flat belt drive are

A. The V-belt drive cannot be used with large centre distances.
B. The V-belts are not so durable as flat belts.
C. The construction of pulleys for V-belts is more complicated than pulleys for flat belts.
D. all of the mentioned
Answer» E.
Discussion
4.

In flat belt drive, the condition for maximum power transmission is given by (where T maximum tension and Tc centrifugal tension in belt)

A. T = 3Tc
B. T = 2Tc
C. T = πTc
D. T = 3πTc
Answer» B. T = 2Tc
Discussion
5.

In belt drive power transmitted is given by:(Where Tt, Ts, and v are tight side tension, slack side tension and linear velocity of belt respectively)

A. \(\frac{{\left( {{T_t} - {T_s}} \right)}}{{2v}}\)
B. \( \frac{{\left( {{T_t} + {T_s}} \right)}}{{2v}}\)
C. (Tt - Ts)v
D. (Tt + Ts)v
Answer» D. (Tt + Ts)v
Discussion
6.

Compared to a belt drive, a chain drive is generally characterized by

A. constant velocity ratio
B. absence of slip
C. heavier construction
D. all of the above
Answer» E.
Discussion
7.

THE_CHAIN_DRIVE_TRANSMITS______________POWER_AS_COMPARED_TO_BELT_DRIVE.?$

A. more
B. less
C. equal
D. none of the mentioned
Answer» B. less
Discussion
8.

In order to have smooth operation, the minimum number of teeth on the smaller sprocket, for moderate speeds, should be$

A. 15
B. 17
C. 21
D. 25
Answer» C. 21
Discussion
9.

The relation between the pitch of the chain (p) and pitch circle diameter of the sprocket (D) is given by$

A. p = D sin(90<sup>0</sup>/T)
B. p = D sin(120<sup>0</sup>/T)
C. p = D sin(180<sup>0</sup>/T)
D. p = D sin(360<sup>0</sup>/T)
Answer» D. p = D sin(360<sup>0</sup>/T)
Discussion
10.

The greater angle of articulation will increase the life of the chain.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
11.

The speed of the sprocket reduces as the chain pitch _____________ for a given number of teeth.

A. increases
B. decreases
C. remains same
D. none of the mentioned
Answer» B. decreases
Discussion
12.

Which one of the following is a positive drive?

A. Crossed flat belt drive
B. Rope drive
C. V-belt drive
D. Chain drive
Answer» E.
Discussion
13.

For cutting multi-start threads, the speed ratio is expressed in terms of the lead of the job thread and lead of the lead screw threads.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
14.

Industrial rotors will not have uniform diameter throughout their lengths.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
15.

The distance between the hinge centre of a link and the corresponding hinge centre of the adjacent link is called

A. pitch of the chain
B. bush roller chain
C. block chain
D. none of the mentioned
Answer» B. bush roller chain
Discussion
16.

The advantages of the V-belt drive over flat belt drive are

A. The V-belt drive gives compactness due to the small distance between the centres of pulleys.
B. The drive is positive, because the slip between the belt and the pulley groove is negligible.
C. Since the V-belts are made endless and there is no joint trouble, therefore the drive is smooth.
D. all of the mentioned
Answer» E.
Discussion