Gearbox Design

Pinion Selection

Calculations:

Benefits of designing to the right of Pmax include:

Less stress on motor
Airflow for cooling
Can handle variable load

Pinion

Gearbox Assembly

Gearbox by slosprint - 3D modelTeam A1 Gearbox model

Bushings vs. Bearings

•Bushings:

•Cheap (~$0.50)

•Less durable

•Shorter lifespan

•Loose fitting; easy to replace

•More friction

•Bearings:

•Expensive (~$7.00)

•More durable

•Longer lifespan

•Tight fitting; hard to replace

•Less friction

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