The authors propose an approach for the design of one-stage planetary gear train with reduced transmission errors, localized bearing contact and improved conditions of distribution of load between the planetary gears. The planetary gear train is considered as a multi-body mechanical system of rigid bodies. The proposed approach is based: (i) on modification of geometry of gear tooth surfaces, and (ii) minimization and equalization of the backlash between the contacting gear tooth surfaces. The modification of geometry is accomplished: (i) by double-crowning of planetary gears, and (ii) by application of screw involute surfaces of the same direction of screws for the sun and the ring gears. The proposed geometry enables: (i) predesign of parabolic function of transmission errors for reduction of noise and vibration, and (ii) a simple method of regulation and equalization of the backlash between the gear tooth.

Issue Section:
Technical Papers
Keywords:
mechanical engineering computing, geometry, CAD
Topics:
Errors, Gears, Planetary gears, Trains
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