Method of resolution of forces
Considering the equilibrium of the forces acting at D, we have Again,…
Porter Governor
The Porter governor is a modification of a Watt’s governor, with central…
Watt Governor
The simplest form of a centrifugal governor is a Watt governor, as…
Terms Used in Governors
The following terms used in governors are important from the subject point…
Centrifugal Governors
The centrifugal governors are based on the balancing of centrifugal force on…
Types of Governors
The governors may, broadly, be classified as 1. Centrifugal governors, and 2. Inertia governors.…
Interference in Involute Gears
The tooth tip of the pinion will then undercut the tooth on…
Length of Arc of Contact
Arc of contact is the path traced by a point on the…
Length of Path of Contact
Consider a pinion driving wheel as shown in figure. When the pinion…


