Thanks everyone for the input. Very helpful and made me rethink of the design. I will go ahead and add the OTP on the input side of the gearbox,which will be easier to get the 25% of tripping torque.
What have you guys used or recommend? Spring loaded, friction disc style or what other options...
Desertfox thanks for the feedback, at least I know my simple math skills aren't that bad. The reason for OTP was in my eyes, to stop the input to the driven chain, which is the weakest link. The smaller double chain that's connected to the drive shaft (top of the pic) is a 40-2 that would...
https://res.cloudinary.com/engineering-com/image/upload/v1574773900/tips/TractorDrive_dfe88c.pdf
Only original drawing i was able to locate of the system
This is the current set up. The driven side of the gearbox. The "drive shaft" is what I call the shaft that actually moves the locomotive chain.
I was working on the drive side, that is why there is nothing there. (bottom of pic)
Hello, I finally caved in and I am asking for help since these forums seem to be very knowledgeable. I am not a mechanical engineer, I am just a industrial technician. I am currently working on a project on a piece of equipment we call a "Locomotive" which basically is a huge piece of equipment...
