What is the vector loop based approach for kinematic analysi

What is the vector loop based approach for kinematic analysis? Why do we use vectors to represent links? What assumption makes this representation possible? Define closure loop What are the unknowns when conducting a position analysis of a mechanism? Identify the closure loop for the mechanism in part (b) using a notation similar to the one in part (a)

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Kinematic analysis of mechanism is either a study of motion of different members of a mechanism or mechnism of complete machine. It involves linear positon, angular position , velocity and acceleration of different points on a members of a mechanism. In vector loop based approach for kinematic analysis, the vector represents an instataneous position of link with their angular postion.