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Re: Swerve Gear Box
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Originally Posted by davidthefat
From what I have read, helical gears are more efficient than bevel gears, that is why they are using in car transmissions. But they do cost more than bevel gears.
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Helical gears are very efficient when used in a "straight" configuration, as spur gear substitutes. But when used as a crossed set, their efficiency drops dramatically, as low as 50%
Additionally, the primary reason for using helical gears in a car is their noise level. Helical gears have quite similar efficiencies to spur gears, but run much quieter, due to the more gradual engagement of the teeth.
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Last edited by Joe G. : 08-27-2011 at 05:20 PM.
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