Tangential Effort in Brakes and Dynamometers Formulas

Tangential Effort is the force exerted tangentially to the circumference of a dynamometer, measuring the rotational force or torque of an engine or other machine. And is denoted by P_t. Tangential Effort is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Tangential Effort is always positive. Typically, the value of Tangential Effort is greater than 0.

Formulas to find Tangential Effort in Brakes and Dynamometers

fxTangential Effort for Epicyclic-Train DynamometerGo

Brakes and Dynamometers formulas that make use of Tangential Effort

fxPower Transmitted for Epicyclic-Train Dynamometer using Tangential EffortGo

fxTorque Transmitted for Epicyclic Train DynamometerGo

List of variables in Brakes and Dynamometers formulas

fx Weight at Outer End of Lever Go

fx Distance between Weight and Center of Pulley Go

fx Distance between Center of Gear and Pinion Go

FAQ

What is the Tangential Effort?

Tangential Effort is the force exerted tangentially to the circumference of a dynamometer, measuring the rotational force or torque of an engine or other machine. Tangential Effort is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Tangential Effort is always positive. Typically, the value of Tangential Effort is greater than 0.

Can the Tangential Effort be negative?

No, the Tangential Effort, measured in Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Tangential Effort?

Tangential Effort is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Tangential Effort can be measured.

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