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Gear Hobs: Advanced Tools and Techniques for Spur Gear Manufacturing

Wahatule P.B.LMT Tools India Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. A-40/1, Phase I, MIDC Chakan, Village Nighoje, Tal. Khed, Pune Dist. 410 501 Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaThorat R.K. (V.P.)LMT Tools India Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. A-40/1, Phase I, MIDC Chakan, Village Nighoje, Tal. Khed, Pune Dist. 410 501 Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaReddy R. P. (M.D.)LMT Tools India Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. A-40/1, Phase I, MIDC Chakan, Village Nighoje, Tal. Khed, Pune Dist. 410 501 Pune, Maharashtra, India

Vol 9 No 1 (2025): Volume 9, Issue 1, January 2025 | Pages: 37-45

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 13-01-2025

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Abstract

This study offers a comprehensive overview of cylindrical gear manufacturing technologies, with a particular focus on cutting tools and related topics. Key scientific sources have been analyzed to gather and systematize data, highlighting the primary areas of focus in recent research. The investigation delves into several critical aspects, including the chip-forming process, cutting tool lifespan, materials for gear hob production, temperature and lubrication effects, cutting tool geometry, cutting parameters, design methodologies, and optimization techniques. Identified research gaps, particularly in gear hob design, are discussed in the context of organized knowledge, industrial needs, and socio-economic priorities. These findings provide a foundation for proposing future research directions in spur gear manufacturing and cutting tool development. The primary contribution of this work is a framework to support and guide scientific advancements in spur gear production technologies.

Keywords

cutting processes; chip formation; tool performance; gear hob; spur gear; gearing processes; gearing technologies; gear hob design; review; gap in literature; future research directions


Citation of this Article

Wahatule P.B., Thorat R.K. (V.P.), & Reddy R. P. (M.D.). (2025). Gear Hobs: Advanced Tools and Techniques for Spur Gear Manufacturing. International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 9(1), 37-45. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2025.901005
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