Chain-driven
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-001066
Describing a mechanism where power is transmitted from one rotating shaft to another using a continuous loop of chain. The chain engages with sprockets mounted on the shafts, transferring rotational motion and torque. This method is common in bicycles, motorcycles, and some industrial machinery for its efficiency and positive engagement.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-001066 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Mechanical engineering |
| See also | Chain drive |
| Translations | German: Kettengetrieben; Spanish: accionado por cadena; French: entraîné par chaîne |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-001066",
"term": "Chain-driven",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "Describing a mechanism where power is transmitted from one rotating shaft to another using a continuous loop of chain. The chain engages with sprockets mounted on the shafts, transferring rotational motion and torque. This method is common in bicycles, motorcycles, and some industrial machinery for its efficiency and positive engagement.",
"subject": "Mechanical engineering",
"see_also": [
"chain drive"
],
"translations": {
"de": "Kettengetrieben",
"es": "accionado por cadena",
"fr": "entraîné par chaîne"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/chain-driven/"
}
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