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HELICAL GEAR DESIGN

Helical Gear Fundamental


1. Determine HorsePower based on Lewis Formula
2. Same as Spur Gear Design except the inclusion of helix angle
HP_Helical = HP_Spur * cos()
2. Calculate Design Horse Power
Same as Spur Gear
3. Select the Gear / pinion with horse power capacity equal to or more than Design HP

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