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worm gear

/ˈwɜːm ɡɪər/

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/ˈwɜːm ɡɪər/C1formaltechnical
  • ruМеханическое устройство, состоящее из резьбового винта (червяка), который входит в зацепление с зубчатым колесом, используемое для передачи движения и мощности между не пересекающимися валами, часто под прямым углом.

A mechanical device consisting of a threaded screw (worm) that meshes with a toothed wheel (gear), used to transmit motion and power between non-intersecting shafts, often at a right angle.

  1. Mechanical componentC1formal

    A type of gear arrangement consisting of a worm (a screw-like component) that meshes with a worm wheel (a gear), used to transmit motion and power between non-intersecting shafts, typically at a right angle.

    ruЧервячная передача

    • The worm gear in the steering system allows for smooth and precise control.
    • Engineers selected a worm gear for its high reduction ratio and self-locking capability.
    • The conveyor belt is driven by a powerful worm gear mechanism.