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friction gearing

American  

noun

  1. wheels or disks transmitting power by means of frictional contact.


Etymology

Origin of friction gearing

First recorded in 1885–90

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From my experience of friction gearing, I am inclined to think it might do very well.

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In America friction gearing has been tried, but I do not know with what success.

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Grooved Friction Gearing.—Two grooved pulleys, which fit each other accurately, will transmit power without losing too much by friction.

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The drill is automatic in its action, and the speed can be regulated by friction gearing.

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Things went fairly well for a time on that memorable Thursday afternoon, when all the laboratory force made high holiday and scrambled for foothold on the locomotive for a trip; but the friction gearing was not equal to the sudden strain put upon it during one run and went to pieces.

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