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A belt drive is desired to couple the motor with a conveyor. The 5-hp electric motor is ra...

A belt drive is desired to couple the motor with a conveyor. The 5-hp electric motor is rated at 1150 rpm and the conveyor driveshaft must operate as close to 250 rpm as possible. Select an appropriate belt size, commercially available sheaves, and a belt for this application. Also calculate the actual belt speed and the center distance.

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