Asymmetrie Gears: Parameter Selection Approach

摘要

Selection of the gear tooth asymmetry factor K should be considered, depending on the gear drive application. For an asymmetric gear pair that has different load application conditions in opposite directions, selection of the asymmetry factor K is based on equalizing of potential accumulated tooth surface damage in both load transmission directions. For unidirectional chain and planetary gear arrangements, selection of the asymmetry factor K is based on equalizing of potential accumulated tooth surface damage in both flanks of idler (or planet) gear.