Radius of Circular Flank in Cam and Follower Formulas

Radius of Circular Flank is the radius of the circular portion of a cam follower that interacts with the cam during motion. And is denoted by R. Radius of Circular Flank is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Radius of Circular Flank is always positive. Typically, the value of Radius of Circular Flank is greater than 0.

Cam and Follower formulas that make use of Radius of Circular Flank

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FAQ

What is the Radius of Circular Flank?

Radius of Circular Flank is the radius of the circular portion of a cam follower that interacts with the cam during motion. Radius of Circular Flank is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Radius of Circular Flank is always positive. Typically, the value of Radius of Circular Flank is greater than 0.

Can the Radius of Circular Flank be negative?

No, the Radius of Circular Flank, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Radius of Circular Flank?

Radius of Circular Flank is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Radius of Circular Flank can be measured.

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