Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

Woody Yen from THK America Inc. talks about the advantages of linear-motor-driven actuators and belt-drive actuators with Lee Teschler of MACHINE DESIGN. 4:08 Woody Yen from THK America Inc. talks ...

Gates’ newest belt drive system is known as the Carbon Drive Moto X9. The new belt and sprocket design uses a novel setup that combines the Gates ultra-high tensile carbon fiber cord construction with ...

What was once retro is new again. Turntables and record players were relics of a bygone way to listen to music. Now, they serve not only as a great medium for collectors and hobbyists, but for anyone ...

Serpentine drive belt systems have been standard equipment on new vehicles for quite some time. Much more efficient than multiple V-belt drives due to reduced friction, a single, flat drive belt also ...

The difference between direct-drive and belt-driven racing wheels is pronounced, in terms of both price and immersion. Here are the key differences between the two technologies. When it comes to sim ...