Trying to design a gear with minimum thickness

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The discussion focuses on calculating the stress in a trepanned gear to determine its minimum thickness. The user seeks equations relevant to this calculation, specifically for the area between the indicated arrows in the provided attachment. Clarification is also requested regarding the definition of a trepanned gear, questioning whether it refers to a helical or straight cut design.

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Hello,

I am blanking on the equations I should use to calculate the stress through a section of a gear. I would like to be able to calculate the thickness of trepanned gear. Hopefully the attachment helps show what I am looking for. The area between the arrows needs to be minimized.

Thank you
 

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what the heck is a trepanned gear? is this a helical, straight cut?
 

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