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This apparatus is designed to study the motion characteristics of different cam and follower mechanisms, allowing students to analyze how cam profile, spring stiffness, and load affect the displacement, velocity, and acceleration of the follower. It provides a practical method for comparing experimental motion curves with theoretical predictions. The unit features a motor-driven shaft with variable speed control, a set of interchangeable cams with concave, convex, and tangent profiles, and different types of followers including roller and flat-face designs. A graph plotter is integrated to record the motion of follower, and the system includes springs of varying stiffness and adjustable loads to study their impact. The entire mechanism is enclosed in a transparent safety cover for secure operation during experiments. Its primary application is in mechanical engineering education for teaching machine dynamics and the design of cam-operated systems. The key benefit is the hands-on investigation of cam-follower interaction, enabling students to visualize and measure dynamic responses, understand the principles of motion conversion, and apply this knowledge to real-world applications like engine valve trains and automated machinery.