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Gearbox test rig

The rig we use to measure torque, backlash and efficiency of every gearbox we build. Documented, so you can build your own.

TestingCADFirmware
Planned project / Media forthcoming
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01 / Overview

A proposed test bench for studying torque, backlash and endurance. The build, methods and files are still to be developed.

The aim is a documented, reproducible measurement setup. Sensor choices, test procedures and the final fixture will be published with the project. No measured results are available yet.

02 / Planned documentation

Fixture study / Media forthcoming
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03 / Files

Project files will be published as each build reaches a stable revision.

CADSTEP and native design filesNot released
CodeFirmware and data toolsNot released
Build guideAssembly and calibrationNot released

04 / Proposed bill of materials

Planning outline only. Quantities and parts are not final; this is not a build-ready BOM.

ItemQty.Note
Gearbox under testTBCESTO MOTUS or compatible alternative
Input driveTBCTo be selected
Measurement hardwareTBCSensor selection pending
Bench structureTBCDesign pending

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