Creating Motion with Pin/Slot Constraint

Creating Motion with Pin/Slot Constraint

This section explains an example of how to create motion using the Pin/Slot constraint.
The Pin/Slot constraint is used when a pin must move along an elongated hole (slot) or groove.

In this example, we will demonstrate how to set up a pin on a fixed part with a corresponding slot hole.

Procedure:

[1] On the [Tools] tab, open the [Positioning Constraints].
Apply Concentric and Align (or Mate) constraints to each rotating component.



[2] Next, from the [Advanced constraint] menu, click [Pin/Slot].


[3] Select the cylindrical surface of the pin on the fixed part, and then select the side surface of the slot.


[4] Click [OK].


[5] On the [Tools] tab, click [Mechanism Mode].


[6] Move the rotating component to verify the motion.

※Motion can also be created using icROBOSim.

Please refer to the video below.

IC-154

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