Pinion And Ring Gear (Noun)
Meaning
Gears that mesh at an angle.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The pinion and ring gear in the differential of the car's transmission system allowed for smooth rotation of the wheels.
- The bevel gear set, consisting of a pinion and ring gear, was designed to transmit power at a 90-degree angle.
- In the helicopter's transmission, the pinion and ring gear worked together to change the direction of the rotational force.
- The engineer carefully assembled the pinion and ring gear, ensuring they meshed properly to avoid any mechanical issues.
- The pinion and ring gear in the wind turbine's gearbox enabled the slow rotation of the blades to be converted into high-speed rotation of the generator.