spur-wheel
Definition
Noun: A "spur-wheel" is a type of gear wheel with straight teeth that are parallel to the axis of rotation, used to transmit motion and power between parallel shafts in machinery.
Usage Examples
- (A gear with straight teeth for parallel shafts.)
- (The gear's straight teeth engaged correctly.)
Advanced Usage
"Spur-wheel drive": a mechanical system that uses spur-wheels to transmit power.
- The spur-wheel drive in the conveyor belt required regular lubrication. (The gear-based power transmission system.)
"Spur-wheel pump": a type of pump that uses spur-wheels to move fluids.
- The spur-wheel pump handled high-viscosity oil without issues. (A pump with spur-gear mechanisms.)
Variants and Related Words
Spur-gear (noun): another term for spur-wheel, referring to a gear with straight teeth.
- The spur-gear was made of hardened steel for durability. (A straight-toothed gear.)
Spur (noun): a short, pointed projection; in mechanics, it refers to the tooth of a gear.
- Each spur on the wheel was precisely cut. (Each tooth of the gear.)
Synonyms
- Straight-tooth gear: a gear with teeth that are parallel to the axis.
- Cylindrical gear: a gear with a cylindrical shape and straight teeth.
Related Idioms
"To put a spur-wheel in motion": to start a mechanical process or project.
- The team finally put the spur-wheel in motion after months of planning. (They initiated the project.)
"To grind a spur-wheel": to work hard or persistently on a task.
- She ground the spur-wheel of her research until it was perfect. (She worked diligently.)