Solving Gear Drive Challenges with Hypoid Gears Gear drives are the unsung heroes of mechanical systems, silently translating power and motion across countless applications. However, designers often face significant challenges when selecting the optimal gear type. Space constraints, noise reduction, high torque requirements, and the need for non-intersecting shafts can all present difficult hurdles. Enter the hypoid gear: a versatile and often overlooked solution for solving challenges with hypoid gears and overcoming these obstacles. What are Hypoid Gears? A hypoid gear is a type of spiral bevel gear with non-intersecting axes, meaning the pinion (smaller gear) and the gear (larger gear) are offset from each other. This offset is the […]