Epicyclic Gear Train (Noun)
Meaning
A system of epicyclic gears in which at least one wheel axis itself revolves about another fixed axis.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- An epicyclic gear train consists of at least two interconnected planetary gear sets that share a common central axis around which the entire system revolves.
- The use of epicyclic gear trains allows for highly compact and efficient transmission of rotational power in complex mechanical systems.
- Automotive manufacturers incorporate epicyclic gear trains into many of their automatic and continuously variable transmissions.
- Each stage of an epicyclic gear train reduces the engine's rotational speed while increasing the torque output to the wheels.
- The compact and versatile nature of epicyclic gear trains makes them suitable for use in robotics, HVAC systems, and specialized industrial machinery.