drive chain
Linked power transfer
A drive chain is a loop of interlocking metal links that transfers power from one sprocket to another, converting rotational motion into mechanical work.
Bicycles and motorcycles use drive chains to connect pedals or engine to the rear wheel.
Industrial machinery, conveyor systems, and chainsaws rely on the same principle: The drive chain on my bike needs oiling.
- sprocketToothed wheel for chains
- rollerRotating cylindrical tool
- bicyclePedal-powered two-wheeler
- bike shopRetail outlet for bicycles
- motorcyclePowered two-wheeler
fixed gear · link · tension · gear · pedal · crank · oil · grease · metal · loop · transmission · derailleur · teeth · worn out · cassette · rust · slack · snap
- chainscuban link, links, link, multi-strand, keychain
- drivetrain partstransmission, driveshaft, gearbox, axle, differential
- escalator partshandrail, steps, treads, landing, balustrade
- tractor partsaxle, bearing, bearings, belt, brake
power transmission method
drive chainbelt drive
Power transfer via loop
drive belt · timing belt · V-belt · serpentine belt · direct drive
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