Calculate Input/Output Torque & Angular Torque: 2-Stage Gearbox

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The discussion focuses on calculating input and output torque for a 2-stage gearbox using provided RPM and gear radius data. The user has converted power from kilowatts to horsepower and calculated input torque as 20.1 Nm. Confusion arises regarding the correct formulas for angular torque and the proper units to use, as previous examples incorrectly used Nm instead of Ft Ib. The user expresses uncertainty about their calculations and seeks clarification on the formulas needed. Overall, the thread highlights the importance of unit consistency and the correct application of torque equations in gearbox analysis.
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Homework Statement



Need to find input torque, output torque and input torque (omega) all NM

Data i have is

Input RPM = 9700
Output RPM = 1950

GEAR 1 = 12, 2 = 40, 3=30, 4=20 (Radius) with module 2 (x 2 for diameter)

Power = 2.3Kw


Homework Equations



Turn power to H.P giving 3.083 H.P

Use

(63025 * H.P) / R.P.M = T

T = 20.1Nm

Ang Velocity

V(omega)input = R.P.M in * 2pi/60 = rad/s

V(omega)output = R.P.M out * 2pi/60 = rad/s

Input Rad Torque

T(omega) in = V(omega)in * Torque

The Attempt at a Solution



I would say the torque is 20.1Nm

I am getting confused with these torques,

Situation is a 2 stage gearbox, and torques need to be found, including angular torque, but can't seem to find the formulas i really need.

Pretty simple i am sure, but its not clicking for me right now.
 
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We have talked about this one before, Herpamad. Why do you continue to post it?
 
Because i doubt myself too much.

I got units confused and needed to know where i was going wrong very quick.

Turned out that the example i followed has used the wrong output units.

They said Nm where as it should have been Ft Ib.

Sorry.
 

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