case 1 Pallet supported by 4 wheels - total mass 160kg - manual force to start movement (via spring balance) 4kg
After connecting two more identical pallets force remains 4kg
case 2 Same pallet, same wheel but 10 wheels - force 1.6kg
Can mu be variable ? if so how do I apply F = m * mu to...
Hi Peter
You are correct of course but I was just looking for a solution to fit an existing case.
However I believe I have now solved the anomalies - thanks to a comment you made in an earlier reply.
Like you I had no experience in this type of drive but I did have access to an existing conveyor...
Hello Peter Charles
(ignore preious post - incorrect file attached)
I was not satisfied with the outcome of our previous calculations as the result did not fit the parameters of existing conveyors.
Hence I went back to first principles where I believe we made a simple error.
FRICTION...
Hello Peter Charles
I was not satisfied with the outcome of our previous calculations as the result did not fit the parameters of existing conveyors.
Hence I went back to first principles where I believe we made a simple error.
FRICTION DRIVE CALCULATIONS
Using actual load test...
Hi Peter
Took a couple of days off for Xmas - hope you had a merry one.
I think we are about done with this topic. Just a couple of comments - the angle of the photo may be misleading.
The whole drive is horizontal with the pallet fixed above the chain. There is no upper and lower only left and...
Hi Peter
Thanks for your input but I am still not absolutely clear.
The objective here is to prevent slippage when the conveyor starts up (sometimes fully loaded)and when running.
I have seen this type of drive overseas for the same load conditions using 10 tension arms each providing about 200N...
Thanks to the guys who replied.
I am working in Bangkok and we are the only company in Thailand building this type of equipment also this drive is a first off so 'renting an engineer' would be like finding a virgin in Pattaya !!!
I am asking for a professional confirmation that my calculations...
Can anyone assist with torque and drive calculations for an endless loop friction drive horizontal slat conveyor.
If yes I will post full details.
Here's hoping and thanks
Roy
Can anybody in this forum assist with torque and friction drive calculations for an endless loop horizontal slat conveyor.
If so I will post full details.
Thanks and here's hoping
Roy
