Hey all,
I have been trying to figure out how to calculate essentially everything for a rack and pinion gear system I am trying to design. The system has to be reciprocating as it is to be used to close and open a valve. The only thing I am 100% sure of is that the valve needs to move a minimum distance of 5 inches or 127 mm. Nothing else is set as I have to design the system from scratch. Im sorry if a similar topic has been discussed before but I couldnt find it. Thanks in advance for all the help guys!