The primary unbalanced force is maximum when the angle of inclination of the crank with the line of stroke is
A
0°
B
90°
C
180°
D
360°
Correct Answer: 180°
The primary unbalanced force is maximum, when θ = 0° or 180°. Thus, the primary force is maximum twice in one revolution of the crank. The maximum primary unbalanced force is given by FP(max) = m⋅ω2⋅r