Variable reduction drive#
Block appearance in REPEAT VISION#
A variable reduction drive is a universal version of a reduction drive. The transmission ratio value is transmitted to the external upper port.
With a negative gear ratio, non-condirectional movement is simulated and with a gear ratio equal to zero, the shafts get disconnected.
1. Properties#
Property |
Default Value |
Description |
Units of measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
Off |
- |
- |
|
Efficiency, available when selecting |
0.8 |
- |
- |
Power threshold, available when selecting |
0.001 |
- |
W |
2. Inputs and outputs#
Parameters |
Input/Output |
Description |
Units of measurement |
Port type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mechanical port (rotary) |
Input |
- |
- |
Rotational motion |
Gear ratio |
Input |
Available when selecting |
- |
Automation |
Mechanical port (rotary) |
Output |
- |
- |
Rotational motion |
In order to see the connection capabilities of the block, you need to go to page Description of block ports