Dynamic Analysis of Epicyclic Gear Trains by Means of Computer Algebra

The paper illustrates the application of a systematic technique for thededuction of dynamic equations of epicyclic gear trains. The use of theproposed method is particularly amenable in conjuction with proceduresfor the computerized enumeration of geared kinematic chains. Thediscussed examples illustrate how the presented approach can be extendedfor computing the equivalent inertia of an epicyclic gear train or forthe stability analysis of 2 d.o.f. gear trains.