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Re: Gearbox Design Feedback

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Originally Posted by SerpentEagle View Post
Hi, I've been working on a generic drivetrain gearbox design and would appreciate any feedback.

Link to model: https://grabcad.com/library/drivebox-1-1#
I generally try to have a solid ring of material around the outside of the gearbox, so the bolts aren't cantilevered just on the ribs. You also don't want a snap ring groove right on the output axle after the gearbox like that, it'll create a stress concentration and greatly reduce the side load required to snap the output shaft.
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