Development of Novel CBN Grade for Electroplated Finish Grinding of Hardened Steel Gears
The grinding processes used in finish grinding of hardened gears can be classified as generating grinding and profile grinding, depending […]
The Effect of the Surface Roughness Profile on Micropitting
A wide choice of surface roughness parameters is available to characterize components such as gears or bearings, with the goal […]
Form and Position Measurement Advancement Through Measurement Technology
This industry has a tailwind; the wind power industry is growing at a rapid pace. The reasons for this are […]
Improvements in Precision Turning
The outcome of performance, and of achieving the results you require when turning precision features on parts, depends on getting […]
Analyzing Bearing Failure
The accurate diagnosis of a bearing failure is imperative to prevent repeat failure and additional expense. Rolling bearings are precision […]
Small Package, Big Broaching Results
In a customer-driven pursuit of design concept solutions to make broaching relevant to lean manufacturing, the lower lot sizes associated […]
Cutting Out the Whining
After celebrating the 20th anniversary of the founding of Romax Technology last year, long-time chief engineer Barry James recounts his […]
Programmed to Enter New Markets
As anyone in the gearing world knows, Oerlikon Fairfield Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineered gear and transmission systems […]
Duration Through Diversification
As the gear manufacturing industry weathers the economic downturn along with everyone else, one key to survival involves remaining active […]
Epicyclic Gearing: A Handbook
Recent articles in Gear Solutions have discussed epicyclic gearing, but often in the context of experienced engineers. As more and […]
Direct Design for High-Performance Gear Transmissions
This paper presents a unique methodology for designing gears to enhance strength and life while allowing size and wear reduction. […]
Comparing Castings and Forgings
Material selection is one of the most crucial decisions made in the design, manufacture, and application of large structural components. […]
Coming Clean on Washing Technologies
The techniques for manufacturing gears and gear components do not differ dramatically from other industries. Precision cutting, grinding, polishing, and […]
An Animated Approach to Plotting Profiles
Trochoid Spiral (TS) and Epitrochoidal Spiral (ETS) curves and special flash animations were developed by the author in 2004 and […]
New Powder Applications
Powder Metallurgy is a proven technology to produce high strength gears and tailored gear shapes for both automotive and industrial […]
The Whirling Process for Internal Threads
As an industry leader in the field of whirling technology, Leistritz has developed an innovative solution to machining difficult internal […]
Profile Relief and Noise Excitation in Helical Gears
Gear noise results from the gear mesh dynamic forces that are transmitted through the support shafts and bearings to the […]
Designing Gears Through the Years
In the past 50 years, we’ve certainly come a long way in terms of our gear design and problem-solving capabilities. […]
An Optimized Approach to Straight Bevel Gear Design
The optimal — or “rational” — design of gears can be a challenge due to the high number of variables, […]
What to Know About ISO
There comes a time when every manufacturer should consider attaining ISO certification. Not only can it lead to greater market […]
