Question: An alternative design for the system described in Problem 1 is being considered. Instead of putting the clutch on the motor shaft, it is desired

An alternative design for the system described in Problem 1 is being considered. Instead of putting the clutch on the motor shaft, it is desired to place it on the output shaft of a speed reducer that rotates at 180 rpm. The power transmission is still approximately 5.0 hp. Specify the required torque rating for the clutch. 


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Specify the required torque rating for a clutch to be attached to a motor shaft running at 1750 rpm. The motor is rated at 5.0 hp and is of the design B type.

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