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What is chain drive? Classification of chain drive

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Academic Questions in Basic Technology

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The _____ functions to remove excess heat from the refrigerator.

  • A. Evaporator

  • B. Compressor

  • C. Condenser

  • D. Expansion Valve

  • E. Thermostat

  • F. Defrost System

A fluid or gas that runs through the compartments of a refrigerator is termed _____.

  • A. Water vapor

  • B. Liquid vapor

  • C. Frost

  • D. Refrigerant

  • E. Compressed water

  • F. Evaporated water

Current flows through a path called _____.

  • A. Electricity

  • B. Electric Route

  • C. Electrolysis

  • D. Transformer

  • E. High Tension

  • F. Electric Circuit

Googles are safety wears.

  • A. True

  • B. False

Which of the following is false concerning advanced ceramics?

  • A. They can be made from metallic oxides

  • B. They are very hard and durable

  • C. They are corrosion resistant

  • D. They are fired in the presence of oxygen

  • E. They are fired at a very high temperature of about 1700oC

  • F. They can be made from non-oxides such as carbides and borides

A thin continuous line is used for representing the followings except _____.

  • A. Intersections

  • B. Hatching lines

  • C. Long breaks

  • D. Diagonal line used to state plane surfaces

  • E. Leader lines

  • F. Back section lines

Inverted toothed chain drive - Len Academy

With regards to chain drives, the diagram above is a/an _____ chain.

  • A. Roller

  • B. Silent

  • C. Leaf

  • D. Flat-top

  • E. Detachable

  • F. Acceleration

A type of chain drive commonly used in bicycles is the _____ chain.

  • A. Roller

  • B. Silent

  • C. Leaf

  • D. Flat-top

  • E. Detachable

  • F. Acceleration



What is Chain Drive?

The chain drive is one of the mechanisms through which power is transmitted mechanically from an engine to the wheels via an endless rotating chain.

Using a tractor as an instance, you probably had seen some of its large chain wheels. These massive chains are responsible for transmitting power and kinetic energy (energy in motion) via the rotational movements of the chains. The rate of rotation of these chains results in the speed level of the tractor.

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Apart from the tractor, some of the other mechanisms of power transmission that utilizes the chain drive technology include:

  • Chain saw

  • Print machines

  • Bicycles

  • Motorcycles

  • Elevators and so on.


A chain drive is defined as a system comprising an endless chain running over two sprockets, bringing about mechanical movements in the process.

Think of the sprockets as toothed wheels over which an endless rotational chain is fitted.


The image below shows the roller chain (which is a type of chain drive):

Roller Chain - Len Academy


The chain in the above diagram (often called roller chain or drive chain or transmission chain) is used to convey power over two sprocket wheels with its edged teeth meshing with the holes at the center of the chain.

Please read on the types of chain drive here


Chain drives are employed or utilized in diverse areas; some of which include:

  • Power transmission

  • Oil well drilling rigs

  • Load lifting

  • Building and Construction

  • Transportation and Agricultural machinery

Please read on agricultural machines and their uses here

 

Classification of Chain Drives

Based on the utilization or uses of the chain drives, they can be classified into three types. These are:


  1. Power Transmission Chains: These chain drives are used for transmitting power from one shaft to another. They are utilized in chain tractors, bicycles, chainsaws and motorcycles.

  2. Load Lifting Chains: They can be used to raise, lower or suspend load when handling materials through a machine. Load lifting chains are the ideal chains for lifting loads. Generally they operate at a low speed and are quite heavy in weight. On the positive side, they are very flexible and do not generate noise while in operation.

  3. Hauling Chains: They aid in the carrying of materials by continuously pulling or sliding it onwards.

Please read on the advantages and disadvantages of chain drives here

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Amazing facts in Basic Technology

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Johann Wolfgang Dobereiner was credited with the invention of lighter in 1826 while the match was made 3 years later

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Notable points in Basic Technology

Arrowhead Lines - Len Academy

Arrowhead lines are lines with pointed edges at one or both ends. The pointed edges are in the form of an arrow.

Arrowhead lines are used:

  • At the end of dimensional lines.

  • As measurement lines.

Please read more on types of line here.

A thin continuous line could be a straight or curved line. However, the main point to remember is this: 'it is a tiny line with no dot or dashes within it'.

_______________________

A thin continuous line is used for representing the followings:

  • Projection lines

  • Hatching lines

  • Construction lines

  • Short center lines

  • Measurement lines

  • Diagonal lines used to state plane surfaces

  • Intersections

  • Leader lines

  • Backside section lines

Any action that involves the servicing, checking, replacing and repairing of an equipment, object or device is termed maintenance.

Maintenance has two main goals. These are:

  1. To prevent a breakdown

  2. To repair the breakdown

 

Below are the types of maintenance:

  • Preventive maintenance

  • Corrective maintenance

  • Predictive maintenance

  • Periodic maintenance

  • Reinforcement

  • Overhaul

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Softwoods are often derived from coniferous trees, that is: trees with needle-like leaves, and whose seeds are covered in cones.

Below are some characteristics of softwood:

  • Most softwood have lower densities than hardwood (weighs lower).

  • In terms of price, they are often less expensive than hardwood.

  • Their growth rate is faster than hardwood.

  • Most softwood do not shed their needle-like leaves during the year. However, the softwood 'larch' and 'cypress' are exceptions.

  • They are less fire resistant.

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The diagram below shows the various types of line in technical drawing, their description and general application:

Type of Lines - Len Academy

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