Differential gears are referred
to an arrangement of gears, connecting two axles in the same line and
dividing the driving force between them. One axle is allowed to turn
faster than the other. These gears are often used in automotive industry
for allowing a difference in axle speed on curves.
In automobiles, the gear system allows the wheels to rotate at
different speeds and simultaneously supplying each of them with equal
torque. The gears are specially designed to create a differential and
consist of pinion and turnable gears.
Types of Differential Gears
- Straight Line Differential Gears
- Rotary Differential Gears
Materials Used
The gears are manufactured using materials including :
- Aluminum alloys
- Cast iron
- Stainless steel
Use of Differential Gears
The gear is extensively used in the automobile industry for effective
and efficient working of vehicles. These gears do not create noise and
also help in speed differential.
Differential Gears
