Asked by Megan Musialek on May 07, 2024
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The space between two gear teeth in contact is called:
A) runout
B) backlash
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B
Backlash
The play or loose movement in mechanical components, particularly in gears, resulting from gaps between parts.
Gear Teeth
The individual protrusions on the circumference of a gear that engage with those on another gear to transmit torque and motion.
Runout
A defect that causes side-to-side or lateral movement in a spinning object. In wheels it is commonly caused by imperfections in the wheel’s shape; in disc brakes it can be caused by a distorted rotor, hub flange distortion, or worn wheel bearings.
- Understand the vocabulary and key concepts in mechanical systems, including gear mechanisms and measurements.
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ZK
Zybrea KnightMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Backlash is the correct term for the space between two gear teeth in contact. It is a necessary clearance or the amount of lost motion due to gaps between the gear teeth, allowing for smooth operation. Runout, on the other hand, refers to the deviation of a mechanical part's surface from its ideal form.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the vocabulary and key concepts in mechanical systems, including gear mechanisms and measurements.