Chap 6. 3 Cam-type index mechanisms It is used in machines which need to transmit indexing motion or intermittent motion between two crossed shafts a Two types Cylindrical-cam index mechanisms Hourglass -cam index mechanismsChap.6.3 Cam-type index mechanisms ◼ It is used in machines which need to transmit indexing motion or intermittent motion between two crossed shafts. ◼ Two types: Cylindrical-cam index mechanisms Hourglass –cam index mechanisms