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Friction torque, energy and safety factor

Standards catalog

Validation: indicative · Method band: formula

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Indicative method: Indicative closed-form or numerical model

Assumptions

  • Linear elastic material behavior unless noted otherwise.
  • User is responsible for load combinations and load factors per the selected design code.

Limitations

  • Does not replace a licensed professional engineer or official code compliance review.

Engineering checks

CheckINDUSEUISO
Friction torque capacityimplemented
Energy per stopimplemented

Module (brakes-clutches)

Friction torque at mean radius $\bar r = \frac{2}{3}\frac{r_o^3-r_i^3}{r_o^2-r_i^2}$; energy per stop $E = P \Delta t$.

Maintainer note: Friction torque and energy.