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The Motion + Power Technology Expo is a three-day show that’s designed for the gear and power transmission industry, representing the entire community of professionals involved in the life of a gear, gearbox or other power transmission device—from design to manufacturing, testing, heat treating and more. You can find the suppliers of the equipment to make gears as well as gear and gear drive manufacturers themselves, along with related suppliers of things like software, tooling, lubrication,...
August 28, 2023

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Influence of Grain Size on Metallurgical Properties
This report discusses grain size and its influence on metallurgical properties including its effect on yield strength, ultimate strength, fatigue strength, and fracture toughness. Also discussed are manufacturing issues such as heat treatment, hardenability, and machinability.
August 28, 2023

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November 29, 2021

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Profile Shift
The objective of this report is to determine the origin of the phrase “profile shift.” Several technical books, technical papers, and industrial standards were reviewed for nomenclature associated with profile shift. The phrase “profile shift” translates directly to the German term “Profilverschiebung,” which originated in the last quarter of the 19th century. At first, profile shift was used to avoid undercutting pinions with small numbers of teeth. Later, it was recognized that profile...
July 27, 2023
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November 29, 2021

November 29, 2021

Two New AGMA Publications
AGMA is pleased to announce the publication of two new documents: ANSI/AGMA 1012-H23, Gear...
June 20, 2023
By Phillip Olson

ANCA's FX7 Ultra for Small Tools
New software, hardware, and design features significantly improve surface finish, accuracy, and controlled runout, ensuring batch consistency from the first ground tool to the last. The FX7 Ultra is a refined solution for precision grinding in industries that rely on small tools, including electronics,...
September 19, 2023

The Undercut Phenomenon
“It appears that undercut can be eliminated in some cases but in most cases, the elimination of undercut, for example by increasing the root fillet radii of a pinion, results in performance problems in the operation with its mate. My question is, when can I eliminate undercut and why is it not possible in...
September 1, 2021

Gear Noise Cause of a Different Stripe
“ It is very hard to find out any paper regarding ‘tiger stripes’ failure, created by electrical discharge current over the gear teeth.” I wish to have some more information on this issue + how it affects the vibration / noise signatures; why does it creates the tiger stripes profile; how deep are the...
May 1, 2021

The Hunting Tooth and its Effect on Break-In
Has there ever been any experimental verification of the benefits of designing a gear pair to have a “hunting tooth” or is it just theoretical?
January 1, 2021

EMO Hannover 2023 Closing Report
A spectacular display of innovations, high levels of visitor interest from all over the world, and a great atmosphere in the halls: "After the four-year break, the relaunch has been a huge success for EMO Hannover," sums up EMO Commissioner General Carl Martin Welcker after six highly eventful days in...
September 27, 2023

An Intimate Tradeshow with Endless Opportunities
As the chairperson for the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) Tradeshow Committee, I can tell you that we have not stopped working to make Motion + Power Technology Expo (MPT Expo) the type of show that delivers quality leads and a platform for showcasing your latest innovations in mechanical,...
July 26, 2023

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