Calculating Belt Pull, Drum Torque, Motor Power & Speed

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The discussion focuses on calculating the belt pull, drum torque, motor power, and speed for a conveyor belt system. Key parameters include a belt center distance of 4.0m, a required speed of 18m/min, and a drum diameter of 300mm. The belt mass is 3.0kg/m, loaded with 32kg boxes, and the friction coefficient is estimated at 0.34. The user calculated a force of 186.78N, a speed of 19.1rpm, and a power requirement of 56 watts. Clarification is sought regarding the friction context and the absence of a diagram for better understanding.
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Homework Statement


Calculate the Belt pull, drum torque, motor power and speed required to drive a flat top belt given the following information: Belt centres are 4.0m Required speed is 18m/min Drum diameter is 300mm Belt mass is 3.0kg/m Belt is fully loaded with 32kg boxes 0.8m long Belt friction is estimated at 0.34

Homework Equations


F=mgu
t=rF
N=2pi/60 N T

The Attempt at a Solution


I got an
F= 186.78n
N = 19.1rpm
P = 56 watts
 
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Thanks if anyone could please help me with this?
 
A figure would probably help, so we can be clear as to what system you are interested in.
 
Hi sorry, unfortunately i don't have a figure of it, it is just a normal flat conveyor belt with drums at each end
 
propsboy said:
Belt centres are 4.0m
What does this mean?
propsboy said:
Belt friction is estimated at 0.34
Friction between the belt and what? Is it sliding along a flat horizontal surface between the drums?
 

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