TOPICS

• Gear Geometry / Tooth Form Review
• Cantilever Beam Theory / Lewis Equation Development
• Standards Organizations
• Design Principles
• Design Activity
• Design Considerations / Practical Issues / Factors
• Analysis Activity
• Material Selection / Specification
• Analysis Activity
• Lubrication

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand the common design and analysis techniques associated with gear development
• Appreciate the process of gear design and the ramifications of all aspects of application
• Be exposed to analysis techniques used to predict performance and life of any gear pair
• Recognize the cause and effect of analysis results on the final performance of the gear-train
• Become aware of aspects of gear design that most effect the quality of the gear mesh