1
GATE ME 2014
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
It is desired to avoid interference in a pair of spur gears having a 20o pressure angle. With increase in pinion to gear speed ratio, the minimum number of teeth on the pinion
A
increases
B
decreases
C
first increases and then decreases
D
remains unchanged
2
GATE ME 2014
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
For the given statements:
($$I.$$) $$\,\,\,$$ Mating spur gear teeth is an example of higher pair
($$II.$$) $$\,\,\,$$ A revolute joint is an example of lower pair.

Indicate the correct answer.

A
Both $$I$$ and $$II$$ are false
B
$$I$$ is true and $$II$$ is false
C
$$I$$ is false and $$II$$ true
D
Both $$I$$ and $$II$$ are true
3
GATE ME 2014
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Which one of the following is used to convert a rotational motion into a translational motion?
A
Bevel gears
B
Double helical gears
C
Worm gears
D
Rack and pinion gears
4
GATE ME 2014
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
A circular object of radius r rolls without $$V$$ slipping on a horizontal level floor with the center having velocity $$V.$$ The velocity at the point of contact between the object and the floor is
A
zero
B
$$V$$ in the direction of motion
C
$$V$$ opposite to the direction of motion
D
$$V$$ vertically upward from the floor