drive wheel
Power-transmitting rotation disc
A drive wheel is a wheel that receives power from an engine or motor and propels a vehicle forward.
In cars, the drive wheels depend on the drivetrain configuration—front-wheel drive sends power to the front wheels, rear-wheel drive to the back.
On locomotives and machinery, the drive wheel is the main wheel that converts engine power into motion.
- driveshaftRotating rod transmitting torque
- sprocketToothed wheel for chains
- motiveReason for action
- tractionAdhesive friction enabling movement
- propulsionForce driving movement forward
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