How Do You Calculate Torque in Bicycle Chain Drives?

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The discussion revolves around calculating torque in the context of bicycle chain drives, specifically focusing on the back and front wheels under the influence of a cyclist's pedaling force.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster seeks to understand how to calculate minimum and maximum torque on the back wheel, as well as torque on the front wheel, while some participants question the definitions of minimum and maximum torque in this context.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring the relationship between pedal force and torque, with some guidance provided regarding the rear tire torque calculation based on pedal torque and gear ratios. However, there is no explicit consensus on the definitions or implications of torque in this scenario.

Contextual Notes

Assumptions include neglecting air resistance and rolling resistance, which may affect the torque calculations discussed.

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Its not an actual homework question just principals I am unclear on.
Its in relation to a standard bicycle being driven by a rider

How would I calculate the minimum torque on the back wheel?
How would I calculate the maximum torque on the back wheel?
How would I calculate toque on the front wheel?
 
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Minimum and maximum with respect to what?
 
With respect to the force the cyclist applies on the pedals.
Neglecting air resistance
 
Front tire doesn't have any torque (ignoring rolling resistance, or acceleration of bicycle).

Rear tire torque = (pedal torque) x (number teeth rear sprocket) / (number teeth front sprocket)
 

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