Why is an idler gear used?
To make the gears on either side of it turn in the same direction, without affecting the output speed
What are the 2 types of gear systems
Compound gear train and simple gear train
Why is a compound gear train better than a simple gear train?
As it allows the same gear ration in a more compact space
When drawing gears make sure to…. 3x
Use solid lines on the exterior
Use crosses in the centre of gears
Double outlines of gears