reducing gear
Noun: A "reducing gear" is a mechanical system of gears that reduces the rotational speed of an input shaft while increasing its torque (turning force) in the output shaft. It is commonly used in machinery to adjust power transmission.
- (The gear system lowers the rotation speed to match the vehicle's needs.)
- (It adjusts the motor's output to a slower, more powerful motion.)
- (The gear increases torque to handle weight while reducing speed.)
"Reducing gear ratio": The numerical ratio between the input and output speeds, indicating the degree of speed reduction.
- A reducing gear ratio of 4:1 means the output shaft rotates four times slower than the input. (This ratio defines how much speed is decreased.)
"Reducing gear train": A series of connected reducing gears that achieve a greater overall speed reduction.
- The reducing gear train in the clock mechanism ensures precise timekeeping. (Multiple gears work together to slow the movement.)
Reduction gear (noun): an alternative term for "reducing gear," meaning the same mechanical component.
- The reduction gear in the winch allows it to pull heavy objects. (Synonymous with "reducing gear.")
Gear reducer (noun): a device that contains reducing gear, often used interchangeably.
- A gear reducer is installed between the motor and the pump. (A unit housing reducing gear.)
- Speed reducer: a device that lowers rotational speed, similar to reducing gear.
- Torque multiplier: a term emphasizing the increase in force output from reducing gear.
Shift gears: to change speed or direction in a process.
- The project needed to shift gears after the initial plan failed. (Change approach, not directly about reducing gear but related to gear mechanisms.)
In high gear: operating at maximum speed or intensity.
- The team was in high gear to meet the deadline. (Using full speed, opposite of reducing gear's effect.)