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Which of the following mechanism is used to convert reciprocating motion into rotary motion?

(a) Whitworth quick return motion mechanism

(b) Oscillating cylinder engine

(c) Crank and slotted lever quick return motion mechanism

(d) Gnome engine

The question was posed to me in final exam.

Question is from Single Slider Crank Chain and its Inversions in division Simple Mechanisms of Machine Kinematics

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Correct answer is (a) Whitworth quick return motion mechanism

The best explanation: Oscillating cylinder engine is used to convert reciprocating motion into rotary motion, the piston reciprocates and the cylinder oscillates about the pin.

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