The unbalanced force due to reciprocating masses
A. Varies in magnitude but constant in direction
B. Varies in direction but constant in magnitude
C. Varies in magnitude and direction both
D. Constant in magnitude and direction both
Answer: Option A
The unbalance force due to reciprocating masses is given by m w^2 r ( cos theta + (cos 2 theta )/n), Which depends on value of theta so unbalance force is positive for Half crank rotation and positive for other Half. So force chqnges magnitude and direction both.