Mechanical Engineering - Machine Design - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Machine Design - Section 10 (Q.No. 18)
18.
If the helix angle of a helical gear is increased, the load carrying capacity of the tooth increases.
Discussion:
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Sudhir said:
6 years ago
It is observed that increasing the helix angle causes an increase of the contact ratio of the helical gear. Furthermore, increasing the contact ratio reduces the bending stress and contact stress of the helical gear.
Sudhir said:
6 years ago
Therefore if helix angle increases capacity also increases.
Vinay BEL said:
5 years ago
Explain the answer in detail.
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