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[[File:Large_gear_setup_1.png|400px|thumb|right|Simple large gear setup that combines torque from three power sources into a single output. 1, 2 and 3 are [[Auto rotor|creative auto rotors]] which provide power, 4 is the output.]] | [[File:Large_gear_setup_1.png|400px|thumb|right|Simple large gear setup that combines torque from three power sources into a single output. 1, 2 and 3 are [[Auto rotor|creative auto rotors]] which provide power, 4 is the output.]] | ||
[[File:Large_gear_setup_3.png|400px|thumb|right|More complex setup with two large gears. Torque from sources 1, 2 and 3 is combined by lower gear into a single output (4), which then goes through the upper gear to increase rotational speed at the cost of reducing torque.]] | [[File:Large_gear_setup_3.png|400px|thumb|right|More complex setup with two large gears. Torque from sources 1, 2 and 3 is combined by lower gear into a single output (4), which then goes through the upper gear to increase rotational speed at the cost of reducing torque.]] | ||
To build complex and efficient power trains | To build complex and efficient power trains it's important to understand relation between ''speed'' and ''torque'', and how they are affected by ''resistance'' of a given mechanical system. | ||
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<li>'''Resistance''' defines how much rotational energy the system needs in order to continuously operate. If there is not enough torque to counteract resistance, entire power train will lose speed or even come to a complete halt. Each element of the system, such as axles, gears and transmissions, has some resistance. However, machinery doing useful work tends to contribute the most.</li> | <li>'''Resistance''' defines how much rotational energy the system needs in order to continuously operate. If there is not enough torque to counteract resistance, entire power train will lose speed or even come to a complete halt. Each element of the system, such as axles, gears and transmissions, has some resistance. However, machinery doing useful work tends to contribute the most.</li> | ||
