Information Guide
Gears are components used within a transmission
device. Gears are used to transmit rotational torque to a device. The power
is transmitted by applying a force to the teeth of another gear or device.
Depending on their arrangement and construction, gears can transmit forces
at different torques, speeds, direction, from the power source.
Gears are essential parts of various machines. They are widely used in
manufacturing plants, industries, automobiles, including residential
applications. There are different types of gears used for different
purposes. There are different types of materials used in the manufacturing
of gears like aluminum, cast iron, brass, bronze, carbon or alloy steel,
hardened steel, stainless steel, and a wide variety of plastic materials.
For the proper functioning of gears, a wide variety of accessories are
required. Gears also require gear boxes and drives.
The following section provide a detailed information on gears:
