Gears, Chains, and Sprockets - VEX Robotics
Gears, Chains, and Sprockets - VEX Robotics
Gears, Chains, and Sprockets - VEX Robotics
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Think PhaseOverviewThis phase explains some of the fundamental concepts of gearing. It also covers the differencesbetween spur gears <strong>and</strong> setups involving sprockets <strong>and</strong> chain.Phase ObjectivesAfter completing this phase, you will be able to:■■■Identify whether a set of gears causes a speed reduction or a speed increase.Calculate gear ratios <strong>and</strong> their corresponding speed reduction or increase.Determine the direction an output shaft will rotate based on a known input.PrerequisitesRelated phase resources are:■■Unit 1: Introduction to <strong>VEX</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Robotics</strong>.Unit 5: Speed, Power, Torque, <strong>and</strong> DC Motors.Required Supplies <strong>and</strong> SoftwareThe following supplies are used in this phase:SuppliesNotebook <strong>and</strong> penWork surfaceThink Phase■7