Cam Design And Manufacturing Handbook, 2nd Ed ★ High Speed

While cams might seem like "old school" technology in the age of digital servos, they remain the backbone of high-speed machinery because of their reliability and ability to handle extreme accelerations. 1. Moving Beyond the "Old School"

It provides methods for measuring cam profiles to ensure the physical part matches the theoretical design. 4. Why the 2nd Edition Matters Cam Design and Manufacturing Handbook, 2nd Ed

provides deep dives into the "Fundamental Law of Cam Design," which dictates that the acceleration function must be continuous to avoid infinite jerk—the primary cause of noise and premature wear. 3. Integrated Manufacturing While cams might seem like "old school" technology

Compared to the original, the second edition includes expanded content on: for high-speed operation. Cam Design and Manufacturing Handbook, 2nd Ed

It covers the metallurgy of surface stresses and lubrication.