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Contents
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Nomenclature of involute spur gears
2.3 Meshing of gears
2.4 Interference in gears
2.5 Methods of eliminating interference
2.6 Minimum number of teeth to avoid interference
2.7 Length of line of action
2.8 Contact ratio
INRODUCTION:
The function of a gear is to work smoothly while transmitting motion or torque. For this the angular velocity ratio at all times should remain constant. This aspect is explained here using various gear terminology that are peculiar to gears. Understanding of the definition of these terminologies helps to grasp the functioning of gears and the design of gears.