chain drive
Sprocket-and-loop propulsion
A chain drive is a mechanism that transmits power between rotating shafts using a chain looped around toothed wheels called sprockets.
Bicycles use chain drives to connect pedals to the rear wheel.
Motorcycles and industrial machinery often use them as alternatives to belt drives or gear systems.
The design allows power transmission across gaps where direct gearing isn't practical.
- sprocketToothed wheel for chains
- gearToothed wheel or belongings
- bicyclePedal-powered two-wheeler
- tensionerMaintains strap or chain pressure
- wheelRotating circular frame
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- drivetrain partstransmission, driveshaft, gearbox, axle, differential
- Motorcycle Partsengine, handlebars, throttle, clutch, brakes
- Minimotopocket bike, pit bike, two-stroke engine, four-stroke engine, throttle
- cyclingbikes, bicycles, cycling, cyclist, cyclists
- machineryengine, machinery, industrial machinery, motors, engines
- mechanicsforce, turning, rotation, momentum, velocity