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Gears
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Total cards: 4•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
Why is an idler gear used?
Back (Answer)
To make the gears on either side of it turn in the same direction, without affecting the output speed
#2
Front (Question)
What are the 2 types of gear systems
Back (Answer)
Compound gear train and simple gear train
#3
Front (Question)
Why is a compound gear train better than a simple gear train?
Back (Answer)
As it allows the same gear ration in a more compact space
#4
Front (Question)
When drawing gears make sure to…. 3x
Back (Answer)
Use solid lines on the exterior Use crosses in the centre of gears Double outlines of gears