A compressor running at $500\text{ rpm}$ is driven by a $15\text{kW}$…

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A compressor running at $500\text{ rpm}$ is driven by a $15\text{kW}$ motor running at $1500\text{ rpm}$. The center distance is $0.375\text{ m}$. The motor pinion is to be of C-30 foged steel hardened and tampered, and the driven gear is to be of cast steel. Determine the module, the face width and the number of teeth on each gear. Design the drive completely.

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