No. I am applying a torque just to gear A. And apparently the torque for gear B is in the opposite direction because it is some reaction torque to gear A.berkeman said:
Sure, just use the Right-Hand Rule for torques to help you see what is going on. Draw the force and torque vectors for each gear...annamal said:
Correct.annamal said:
The direction of the driven gear's torque is determined by the direction of rotation of the driving gear. If the driving gear rotates in a clockwise direction, the driven gear will also rotate in a clockwise direction. This is due to the meshing of the gear teeth, which causes the driven gear to rotate in the same direction as the driving gear.
The direction of the driven gear's torque is primarily affected by the direction of rotation of the driving gear. However, other factors such as the number of teeth on each gear and the gear ratio can also play a role in determining the direction of the driven gear's torque.
Yes, the direction of the driven gear's torque can be reversed by changing the direction of rotation of the driving gear. This can be achieved by using a different power source or by using a reversing mechanism, such as a gearbox.
In many mechanical systems, the direction of the driven gear's torque is crucial for the proper functioning of the system. For example, in a car's transmission, the direction of the driven gear's torque must be clockwise in order to move the car forward.
The direction of the driven gear's torque can have a significant impact on the performance of a system. In some cases, a clockwise direction may be more efficient and provide better power transfer, while in others a counterclockwise direction may be more suitable. It is important to carefully consider the direction of the driven gear's torque when designing a mechanical system to ensure optimal performance.