bevel pinion

A bevel pinion meshes with a larger bevel gear to transfer rotational motion.

Definition

Noun: A bevel pinion is a type of gear with a conical shape, designed to mesh with another bevel gear to transmit power between intersecting shafts, typically at a 90-degree angle. It is the smaller of the two gears in a bevel gear pair and is commonly used in mechanical systems to change the direction of rotation.

Usage Examples

• (The small conical gear was replaced to fix the drivetrain.)
• (It acts as the driving gear in the mechanism.)
• (Proper alignment is crucial for efficient power transfer.)

Advanced Usage

• "Bevel pinion shaft": the axle or spindle to which the bevel pinion is attached.

  • The bevel pinion shaft was lubricated to reduce friction. (The shaft connected to the small conical gear was oiled.)

• "Bevel pinion and ring gear set": a matched pair of bevel gears used together in a system.

  • The bevel pinion and ring gear set was ordered as a replacement part. (Both gears were purchased together for compatibility.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bevel gear (n): any gear with a conical surface, including both the pinion and larger gear.

  • The bevel gear assembly required periodic maintenance. (The entire set of conical gears needed care.)

• Pinion (n): a small gear that meshes with a larger gear or rack.

  • The pinion in the clock mechanism was tiny but critical. (A general term for a small driving gear.)

Synonyms

• Conical pinion: a pinion with a conical shape.
• Small bevel gear: a bevel gear that is the smaller component in a pair.

Related Idioms

• "To mesh like a bevel pinion": (technical idiom) to fit together perfectly or work harmoniously.
  • The team’s roles meshed like a bevel pinion, ensuring smooth progress. (They worked together seamlessly.)