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Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

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Hi All,
I have a small project namley to calculate the centroid of a crankshaft so that i can estimate the real mass of counter weight in the shaft.Do any body have an idea about how to handle this problem.
Definitly i know i will get some clues from these great forum.

i would be very greatful to  recieve some tips from you because i want to estimate first and then i run the same data in a program and then compara my result.
Cu
martino6000

RE: Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

It isn't cg that is important, but mass at a radius, which controls rotating and reciprocating balance, and then the location of masses along the crankshaft which controls moment balance.

More detailed information is found in engineering-oriented engine books, and many dynamics of machinery books. A university library is a good place if you have one nearby.

RE: Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

Dynamic balancing is the only real way to guarantee success

RE: Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

Dynamic balancing won't help. EngJW is correct, this is second year mechanics.

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Greg Locock

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RE: Estimation of Center of gravity of a CRANKSHAFT

On a single cylinder engine yes but with multiples you would need to be able to assign mass to the individual pins and webs, difficult on a straight six?

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