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OSE Technology Pattern Language

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10 minute design rational for Gear Module, discussion with Rahul Dhinakaran

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Uses exising Quick Connect Wheel rotor - its shaft output.
Geardown module is CNC cut from 1/2" steel sheet
Notches are made such that the structure can be assembled only one way
Mechanism for quick disassembly is included
Mechanism for tensioning the chain drive is included
Enclosure allows easy replacement of parts
Quick attachment of wheel is possible
Wheel attaches via a large key
Input shaft is 1-7/8" thick, output shaft is 3" thick
Standard cold rolled shaft is used
Mechanism for retaining axial thrust is included
Geometry must line up for the connection to Quick Attach Wheel
Guards protect any exposed chains/sprockets for safety
Method of coupling to existing Quick Connect Wheel must be used - via chain drive - while considering geometry of frame a drive components
Quick Connect Wheel and Geardown units must be sufficiently stable to maintain chain tension. Tightening mechanism must lock in place.

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 *Standard cold rolled shaft is used
 *Mechanism for retaining axial thrust is included
-*Geometry must line up for
+*Geometry must line up for the connection to Quick Attach Wheel
 *Guards protect any exposed chains/sprockets for safety
 *Method of coupling to existing Quick Connect Wheel must be used - via chain drive - while considering geometry of frame a drive components