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Introduction
The Geneva drive or Maltese cross is a gear mechanism that translates a continuous rotation
movement into intermittent rotary motion. The rotating drive wheel is usually equipped with a
pin that reaches into a slot located in the other wheel (driven wheel) that advances it by one
step at a time. Geneva mechanism, also called Geneva Stop, one of the most commonly used
devices for producing intermittent rotary motion, characterized by alternate periods of motion
and rest with no reversal in direction. It is also used for indexing (i.e., rotating a shaft through a
prescribed angle).
Methodology
3D Modeling (CAD)
Bill of Materials
Geneva mechanism may be the simplest and least Expensive of all intermittent motion
mechanisms.
They come in a wide variety of sizes, ranging from those used in instruments, to those used
in machine tools to index spindle carriers weighing several tons.
They have good motion curves characteristics compared to ratchets, but exhibit more “jerk”
or instantaneous change in acceleration, than better cam systems.
Geneva maintains good control of its load at all Times, since it is provided with locking ring
surfaces.
Application
Stepper
Mechanical Watches
Plotters
CNC Machine
Iron Ring Clock
Modern film projectors may also use an electronically controlled indexing mechanism or
stepper motor, which allows for fast-forwarding the film.
Indexing tables in assembly lines, tool changers for CNC machines and so on.
Future Scope
Design optimization of a Geneva mechanism for internal combustion engine application.
Bottle Indexing and Filling Mechanism.
It can be used in Pen Changed Mechanism in Plotters.
It has a great scope in automated sampling industries.
Discussion
Conclusion
Geneva drive indexing mechanism converts the continuous motion of the driver wheel into
intermittent rotary motion of the gear. Cam with pin arrangement integrated with Geneva
drive. Input shaft having driver wheel at one end and cam drive at the other end. Geneva drive
and gears are mounted on the output shaft. By cam with Geneva drive arrangement the
continuous motion of the driver wheel converts into intermittent motion of gear and chain
arrangement. Due to gear rotation the conveyor belt moves and thus mechanism proves its
significance.