MTX 180 — Mechanical Systems MTX 180 5 Credits/Units
Topics include mechanical power transmission safety, machine installation, motor mounting, shaft speed measurement, torque and power measurement, v-belt, chain and spur gear drives, heavy-duty v-belts, v-belt selection and maintenance, synchronous belt drives, lubrication concepts, precision shaft alignment techniques and heavy duty chain drives, various bearing types as used in mechanical drive systems as well as advanced gear drives, plain bearings, ball bearings, roller bearings and anti-friction bearings, as well as gaskets and seals. Advantages and disadvantages of each system type will be discussed and compared. [GE]