The Theory and Practice of Worm Gear Drives (Ultra Precision Technology) (Ultra Precision Technology Series)

Worm gears are special gears that resemble screws, and can be used to drive other gears. Worm gears, enable two non-touching shafts in a machine to mesh (join) together. This publication, unique in that it combines both theoretical and practical design aspects, including the latest results of research and development, provides detailed treatment of the theory and production of worm drives, as well as the overarching subject of production geometry of helicoidal surfaces.Included are mathematical models for a number of practical applications; a description of dressing equipment required; treatment of inspection and measurement; the use of intelligent systems; worm gearing for power transmission; selection criteria. ?· Covers theory and practice of the production and use of these common machine elements?· Ideal for researchers and engineers dealing with mechanical drives, gears and manufacturing?· The first single volume text in this diverse field This book, using data both from the published literature as well as that derived from results of my own research work, aims to discuss general problems of manufacture, the theory of precise geometrical design, the principles involved in inspection, and the problems arising from the use of different types of helicoidal surfaces. Worm gears are special gears that resemble screws, and can be used to drive other gears. Combining both theoretical and practical design aspects, this book provides treatment of the theory and production of worm drives, as well as the overarching subject of production geometry of helicoidal surfaces.