Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

If you’ve been considering buying your first ebike — or perhaps your second or third — chances are you’ve come across some models equipped with a belt drive instead of a traditional chain. But what ...

Woody Yen from THK America Inc. talks about the advantages of linear-motor-driven actuators and belt-drive actuators with Lee Teschler of MACHINE DESIGN. 4:08 Woody Yen from THK America Inc. talks ...

Belt-driven boost-makers, better known as superchargers, go with Mustang performance like hot dogs and baseball. The popularity of supercharging is evident by the sheer numbers of systems and ...

The Priority Current quickly became one of my favorite commuter electric bikes soon after its release, thanks in large part to its high-quality design and higher-end components all offered for a ...

Gates’ newest belt drive system is known as the Carbon Drive Moto X9. The new belt and sprocket design uses a novel setup that combines the Gates ultra-high tensile carbon fiber cord construction with ...

Serpentine drive belt systems have been standard equipment on new vehicles for quite some time. Much more efficient than multiple V-belt drives due to reduced friction, a single, flat drive belt also ...

The difference between direct-drive and belt-driven racing wheels is pronounced, in terms of both price and immersion. Here are the key differences between the two technologies. When it comes to sim ...