Calculating the exact counterweights needed for a crankshaft. Conclusion
Using vector loop equations to determine where every point of a machine is at a given time.
The study of kinematics and dynamics is what separates a "drafter" from a "machine designer." While the is a powerful resource for navigating the complex calculus and vector geometry of the course, the real value lies in mastering the underlying physics.
Dynamics introduces mass, inertia, and force into the equation. Norton emphasizes: