BELT AND CHAIN DRIVES
CONTENT
- Definition of Drives
- Types of Drives
- Belt Drives
- Chain Drives
- Differences between Chain Drive and the Gear Drive
- Similarities between Belt, Chain and Gear Drives
- Advantages/Merits of Belt Drives
- Disadvantages/Demerits of Belt Drives
- Advantages/Merits of Chain Drives
- Disadvantages/Demerits of Chain Drives
Definition of Drives
Drives are devices used to transmit rotary motion from one shaft to another.
The drive mechanism is used in transmitting power from one location to another.
Types of Drives
There are three types of drives:
- Belt and pulley drive
- Chain drives
- Gear drives
Belt Drives
Belt drives are devices used to transfer power/motion from one shaft to another shaft parallel to it and at some distance away. Belt drives are often used in place of chain drive when slip is not so important to be taken into consideration.
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