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High horsepower and torque are great, but gearing can really make the difference as to how you get the power to the ground, and how effectively you can negotiate the terrain you’re on. Whether it’s ...

The mechanized world is dominated by rotating shafts, each designed to turn at a particular speed and torque. On one end of the shaft, quite often, is an electric motor — the prime mover. On the other ...