internal gear

noun

, Machinery.

1. a gear having teeth cut on an inner cylindrical surface.

Example Sentences

There are three general methods of transmitting the power: by chain; by worm drive, and by internal gear drive.

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These little internal-gear sprockets were hung on double-shrouded pinions secured to each end of the jackshaft.

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A solid disc or housing fitted against both ends of the pinion to prevent the internal gear from working off sideways.

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The face plate is 12 feet diameter, cast with internal gear at the back.

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