Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gear-train
noun
/ɡɪər treɪn/
Definition
A system of gears and gear wheels that transmit motion and torque from one part to another.
Examples
- The clock’s accuracy is maintained by the precise alignment of its gear-train.
- In bicycles, the gear-train allows cyclists to adjust their pedaling effort depending on the terrain.
- The engineer designed a new gear-train to improve the efficiency of the motor.
Meaning
Gear-trains are used in various mechanical devices to transfer rotational energy and change the speed or direction of motion.
Synonyms
- gear system
- transmission
- gear mechanism
