Application Examples: Cam Clutches - 3. Roller Coasters
application
Overrunning
When outer race of the Cam Clutch are engaged and torque is transmitted, the difference in rotation speed and direction of outer race causes
This is a method of use in which the wheel spins freely and repeatedly, similar to the freewheeling motion of a car.
Compatible models
- ・Special cam clutch
Machines used
Roller coaster
Application Examples
Layout
Purpose of use and operation explanation
To adjust the speed difference between high and low speeds so that a high-speed roller coaster can stop safely at a fixed position
This is an example used.
The blades attached to the roller coaster are slowed down by brakes installed near the end of the coaster.
It is a mechanism that is transported to the stopping position on the platform through multiple tires and a drive unit.
The cam clutch will spin when the roller coaster approaches the tire at high speed, causing the roller coaster to
Once it slows down to the speed of the tire, it engages and is carried to the platform where it stops in place.
If you don't use a cam clutch...
When the roller coaster blades approach at high speed
Impact on the tires and drivetrain, and between the tires
Slip occurs. The worm reducer is
This will destroy the tire and significantly shorten its lifespan.
Advantages of using a Cam Clutch
- - Cam clutches automatically engage and idle just by changing the rotation speed.
- - No control device is required to adjust the speed difference, allowing for smooth speed changes.
