Spur gear

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005563",
  "term": "Spur gear",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A cylindrical gear with straight teeth cut parallel to the axis of rotation, used to transmit power and motion between parallel shafts. These gears are the simplest and most common type, known for their high efficiency and ease of manufacture. They produce radial forces but no axial thrust.",
  "synonyms": [
    "spur-wheel"
  ],
  "subject": "Mechanical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Stirnrad",
    "es": "engranaje recto",
    "fr": "engrenage droit"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/spur-gear/"
}