Gears or chain and sprockets?

23-12-2006, 22:14

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Gears or chain and sprockets?

What are the advantages/disadvantages of gears or chain and sprockets. I cant really tell any difference between them except that chains break quite easily.

So, in terms of driving or lifting a heavy manipulator, what are the advantages and disadvantages of both, and which one is better from your investigation?

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