Accuracy increased by measuring small torque differences directly. Input and output torques are balanced by mechanical linkage in transmission-testing apparatus. Force applied to load cell proportional to frictional torque loss in transmission. Apparatus measures portion of input torque lost to friction in automotive transmissions or other gearbox. Apparatus more sensitive than previous measuring systems.
Measuring Gearbox Torque Loss
NASA Tech Briefs ; 10 , 1
1986-06-01
Miscellaneous
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English
Automotive engineering | 1991
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