Problem 4: Dynamic Analysis of a Wiper Mechanism
Objective
![](../../../images/solvers/verification_prob4_objective.png)
Entities Validated
- Rigid body
- Constraints
- Joint motion – velocity-based rotational
Type of Analysis
- Dynamic
Reference
Any text book on the Theory of Machines and Mechanisms
Model Files
wiper_mechanism.mdl - MotionView Model
wiper_mechanism.xml - MotionSolve Deck
Graphical Results
![](../../../images/solvers/verification_prob4_results.png)
Figure 2.
Result Comparison
Output | Analytical | MotionSolve | % Error |
---|---|---|---|
Angle swept by wiper (deg) | 94 | 94 | 0% |
Conclusion
MotionSolve results compare well with analytical results.