Scott Russell linkage

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A Scott Russell linkage converts linear motion, to (almost) linear motion in a line perpendicular to the input. These linkages are often used in front wheel drive vehicles with solid rear axles to control lateral movement, as they do not share the dissadvantages of the asymmetric Panhard rod, but are simpler and more compact than a Watts linkage. ^[1]

References

1. ↑ Article about the Scott-Russell linkage used in the Nissan Sentra

External links

• Animation of a Scott-Russell linkage in action