Theoretical notions
Gearboxes
Article REF: B5660 V1
Theoretical notions
Gearboxes

Author : René HULIN

Publication date: August 10, 1989 | Lire en français

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1. Theoretical notions

1.1 Work, power

Work, power, torque and speed are the basic quantities linked together. Let's imagine a car: engine-gearbox-wheels-body. This car is the seat of several forces (figure 1 ):

  • propulsion forces at the tire-road contact ;

  • resisting forces: aerodynamic, tire contact friction, road gradient (forces explained in paragraph 1.5.1 ...

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