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20 days ago
Gear module: what is it and why is it important?

Understanding gear module is essential to designing mechanical systems that utilize gears. This blog explains what gear module is, why it's important, and the impact it has in various application areas.

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about 1 month ago
Gear trains: an in-depth look

Gear trains are an integral part of various mechanical systems, offering a method to transmit power and motion effectively. This blog explores what gear trains are and how they function.

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3 months ago
How does gear reduction work?

Gear reduction is a mechanical process used to reduce the speed and increase the torque of an input power source through a set of gears. Learn more about gear reduction in this blog.

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4 months ago
What is mechanical advantage in gears?

Mechanical advantage is a core concept in the function of gears that enables a majority of applications gears are used in. Learn more in this blog.

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4 months ago
Planetary gears and their use in bicycles

Planetary gears are the ideal solution for bike gearboxes. Learn how RCYL is taking plastic planetary gears and using them in a nearly 100% plastic bike in this blog.

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5 months ago
Types of gears: how they work and where to use them

Discover everything you need to know about the different types of gears, along with their advantages, disadvantages, and common applications, in this blog.

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over 1 year ago
Apiro® Modular Robot

To enable cost-effective and individual automation, igus® develops low cost automation systems, such as the world''s first robolink® Apiro®. The name says it all: Apiro® is derived from the Greek word

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over 1 year ago
Plastic gears vs metal gears: Which is the better option?

When it comes to gears, there''s been much debate about which type of material is best: plastic or metal. This blog examines the advantages of each and aims to answer this long-debated question.

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over 2 years
Solutions for Automotive Seating with igus®

Learn from Sebastian Bloechl, Head of Automotive at igus® North America, about how igus® components can be used to reduce noise & weight in automotive seating.

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over 2 years
Helical gears vs spur gears & their applications

Not sure how to decide between a spur gear and helical gear? Look no further! This blog discusses the differences between spur and helical gears, and potential applications for each.

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over 2 years
Gears Brochure

Browse the Gears Product Brochure to learn more about our Wear-Resistant Plastic Gears Made of High-Performance Polymers

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over 2 years
Automotive Industry Brochure

Browse various parts and their applications such as bearings, linear bearings and slides, lead screw assemblies, cable carriers and more for the automotive industry.

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over 2 years
iglide® Self lubricating Gears for the Automotive Industry

Watch this video to learn how igus® is incorporating self-lubricating polymers in the automotive industry, from hinges to lift links for seating systems & more.

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over 2 years
iglide® Polymer Gears: Introduction

In this video, iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang discusses our gear selection & 3D print service. Watch to learn more about our self-lubricating gears.

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over 2 years
igus® Motion Plastic Components for Automotive Seat Adjustments

Seating systems within vehicles shouldn''t be noisy—iglide® maintenance-free bearings reduce noise while providing longer life. Watch this video to learn more!

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