Tension-reducing random sprocket

Endless belt power transmission systems or components – Positive drive pulley or guide roll

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C474S156000, C474S160000

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ABSTRACT:
A sprocket is provided having a plurality of teeth around its circumference. Adjacent teeth are separated by roots each having a root radius defined as the distance between the center of the sprocket and a point along the root closest to the sprocket center in a radial direction. In one aspect of the invention, the sprocket comprises at least two different root radii arranged in a pattern effective to redistribute tensions imparted to a chain by the sprocket at one or more predetermined sprocket orders.

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Vibration and Control of Axially Moving Belt System

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