Pulleys and belts (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards

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Pulleys and belts
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What motion is transferred by pulleys & belts?

Rotary motion

Name for pulley receiving power from motor

Driver pulley wheel

Name for pulley receiving transferred motion

Driven pulley wheel

What causes motion transfer in pulleys?

Friction between belt and groove

Round belt special ability

Can be crossed to reverse rotation

V-belt advantage

Reduces slippage

Flat belt advantage

Excellent grip at high speeds

Toothed belt main characteristic

Eliminates slippage entirely

Velocity ratio formula

Driven diameter ÷ Driver diameter

Output speed formula

Input speed ÷ Velocity ratio

Effect of smaller driven pulley on speed

Increases output speed

Effect of larger driven pulley on speed

Decreases output speed

Direction with straight belt

Same direction

Method to reverse driven pulley rotation

Cross the belt

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