Abstract
The requirements for a test rig for gear damage monitoring purposes and the problems of standard recirculating designs are discussed. In particular, the need for torque variation while running is emphasized. An economical design based on easily replaceable standard gears and the use of an air torque actuator is shown. Problems were encountered with air leakage and with gear lubricating oil flows initially but simple solutions were applied successfully.
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