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friction gearing
noun
- wheels or disks transmitting power by means of frictional contact.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of friction gearing1
First recorded in 1885–90
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Example Sentences
The drill is automatic in its action, and the speed can be regulated by friction gearing.
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The armature shaft of the motor was at first connected by friction gearing to the axle of two wheels of the locomotive.
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In America friction gearing has been tried, but I do not know with what success.
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From my experience of friction gearing, I am inclined to think it might do very well.
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