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Mechanical Engineering · Q157

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 157

Q157

The number of links in pantograph mechanism is equal to

A.
2
B.
3
C.
4
Answer
D.
5

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The number of links in a pantograph mechanism is equal to 4.

A pantograph mechanism typically consists of:

1. The fixed frame (link 1)

2. The driving link (link 2)

3. The follower link (link 3)

4. The coupler link (link 4)

This arrangement forms a four-bar linkage system.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option C: 4.