Engine Gas Turbines (Supplementary) USCG Question #71 (Set 3)

What type of main reduction gear arrangement prevents independent axial and rotational movement of the pinions?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Locked train

A locked train reduction gear arrangement utilizes multiple gear paths to transmit torque. By mechanically linking the pinions and gears through a balanced configuration, the system prevents independent axial or rotational movement of the pinions, ensuring equal load distribution and minimizing gear tooth wear under high-torque conditions.

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