On Tue, 27 Jun 2023 at 16:08, fxkl47BF--- via Emc-users <emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net> wrote:
> > I think that some sort of coupling between the engine and the > > alternator will be needed, but this only needs to be stiff in torsion, > > and in one direction. > > I think I would use a sheet metal strap. > > are you saying that i shouldn't use a rigid coupling No. I am saying that as well as coupling the shafts you need to couple the bodies of the engine and alternator. (And, also, Gene is probably right to be concerned about the torsional vibrations from the engine if you do couple rigidly.) -- atp "A motorcycle is a bicycle with a pandemonium attachment and is designed for the especial use of mechanical geniuses, daredevils and lunatics." — George Fitch, Atlanta Constitution Newspaper, 1912 _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
