How Centrifugal Governor Works
Mastering the Mechanics of Speed Control
- Centrifugal Governor
- Mechanical Engineering
- training
- Flyball
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Course Duration
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Description
This course unravels the workings of the centrifugal governor, a pivotal device in the history of mechanical engineering used for controlling machine speeds. Participants will delve into the operational principles, components, and the evolution of centrifugal governors from mechanical to electronic.
Through interactive animations and real-world examples, learners will understand how these governors regulate engine speeds and their applications in modern machinery.
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What you will learn in this course
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The historical significance and evolution of centrifugal governors.
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The physics of centrifugal force in action within the governor mechanism.
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Transition from mechanical to electronic governors in contemporary engineering.
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Detailed anatomy of a centrifugal governor, including bevel gears, flyballs, and linkages.
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Practical applications of governors in controlling engine and machinery speeds.
Who this course is for:
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Mechanical engineering students and enthusiasts.
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Professionals in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors.
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Historians and scholars interested in the evolution of engineering devices.
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Technicians and engineers looking to understand the fundamentals of mechanical regulation.
Curriculum
3 lessons
29 minutes
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How Centrifugal Governors Work1 lesson
08:16
How Centrifugal Governors Work
08:16
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Final Thoughts2 lessons
00:24
Final Thoughts
00:24
Quiz
Quiz 9
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Course Duration
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Course Level
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Language
English -
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