Graph-Based Models of Compound Planetary Gear Boxes

Abstract:

In the paper, graph-based models of planetary gears are presented. Especially, compound planetary gear boxes are analyzed. The rules of assignment of particular graphs are shortly described. Based upon these models, ratios for consecutive drives are calculated. Graph transformations are introduced aiming for presentation of every single drive separately. Kinematic equations are generated in algorithmic way based on the adequate subgraphs as well as their codes. Compatibility of results - obtained by means of different methods - was achieved. The presented method is simple and effective, moreover it can be used for other design tasks as e.g. optimization and further analyzes i.e. evaluation of effectiveness.

• Periodical: Solid State Phenomena (Volume 199)
• Pages: 143-148
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/SSP.199.143
• Online since: March 2013
• Authors: Józef Drewniak, Stanisław Zawiślak
• Keywords: Contour Graph, Control Scheme, Drives, Gear Ratio, Mixed Graph, Temporary Redundant Parts

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