Rotate Mass: How to Rotate a Load 180-360 Deg.

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the mechanics of rotating a mass, specifically a 10-tonne fabricated rectangular structure, about its center axis. Participants explore potential drive mechanisms for achieving rotation within a range of 180 to 360 degrees.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests clarification on whether the inquiry is about determining the center of mass or advice on a rotation mechanism.
  • Another suggests the use of a stepper motor as a potential solution for the rotation mechanism.
  • A later reply emphasizes the need for a drive mechanism suitable for a 10-tonne mass and inquires about the dimensions of the structure.
  • There is a request for a diagram to better understand the scale and specifics of the problem.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus, as there are multiple competing views regarding the appropriate method and mechanisms for achieving the desired rotation.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific details about the dimensions of the mass and the existing setup for mounting the shaft, which may affect the proposed solutions.

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Dear friends,
I am new to this forum , and I've just joined. I would like to ask a specific query reg. the rotation of mass. I need to rotate a mass from its center axes.So i would like some of you to guide me , how to proceed in this matter.Rotation by a drive mechanism , so that the load may be rotated by 180 to 360 deg. Pl. help me out. Thanks is advance.
 
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Welcome to PF, Charles.
I'm afraid that you'll have to provide more information; your question is incomplete.
First, are you asking how to determine the centre of mass, or advice on a mechanism to rotate it?
 
Thanks

Dear friends,

Thanks for your quick reply. In continuation with my query , I need to rotate a mass of nearly 10 tonne about its centre axis , and the component is a fabricated rectangular structure.Its got a bore and I'm planning to use the same , using a shaft and rotate it.
 
Are we to assume that you have a way to get this on the shaft and that you just need a drive mechanism? You could do this with industrial strength belts and motors. What are the dimensions of this piece?
 
This is indeed on a considerably different scale than I was thinking of. Are you able to post a diagram?
 

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