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A spur-gear pair transmits 20 kW at pitch-line velocity 10 m/s. Driving-gear diameter is 0.5 m. Find tangential force between driver and driven gear in N (integer).
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Explanation Power = tangential force × pitch-line speed. Therefore F_t = 20000/10 = **2000 N**. Diameter is unnecessary once pitch-line speed is supplied.
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