| Roller sizes and numbers can vary between devices
or within a single device.
Belt pattern is shown simplified:
Fig.23a
Note: Shaded rollers are
examples of input/output combinations
(Link: Combinations)
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- If you want it to be self-supporting .... 2 bands
per outer roller.
- If you attach 2 shafts [in and out] to other
equipment .... one band per outer roller.
- If you use a rigid outer sleeve .... one band
per outer roller plus outer-bands of any number.
- If you use a flexible outer sleeve ... 2 bands
per outer roller.
note: if you use more than 5 rollers, the inner-roller
must be larger than the outer-rollers.
Large surfaces are difficult to grease, making lube-free
scrollers well suited for large scale construction.
| eg. Large hollow rollers with
laminated fabric belts for a huge scroller assembly.
...windmills, ship props, ship bearings, giant pumps...
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On a Micro-scale, grease acts more like an adhesive than
a lubricant. The lack of sticky grease required makes
scrollers ideal for micro-mechanics.
(Link: Conditions)
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