Definition
A gear set consisting of a screw-like worm and a toothed worm wheel. It is characterized by its ability to achieve very high gear reduction ratios and often features self-locking properties.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
Essential for applications requiring significant speed reduction or a mechanism that cannot be back-driven.
Key properties or components
- Screw-like worm
- High reduction ratio
- Self-locking
- Prevents back driving
Contradictions or debates
None.