Discussion
- Shown above left is the motion of the mechanism as seen by a fixed observer. Note that the stationary observer sees P moving on a circular path centered at point A.
- And, shown above right is the motion of P as seen by an observer attached to the slotted arm. Note that the moving observer sees P moving on a circular path centered at point C.
It is suggested that you employ the view of the observer on the slotted arm in your analysis.
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