About this Simulation

This simulation models rotating cam mechanisms with customizable shapes and offsets. Learners can adjust cam radius, follower height and width, polygon edges, and base position to observe how different cam profiles affect follower motion. The interactive tool visualizes the relationship between cam geometry and the resulting displacement patterns.

Learning objectives: Understand how cam shape and offset influence follower motion and displacement | Explore the relationship between polygon edges and mechanical output | Analyze the effects of radius and positioning on cam-follower systems