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friction drive

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friction drive
n.
An automotive transmission system in which motion is transmitted from one part to another by the surface friction of rolling contact.


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In the 1970s when most UK amateurs considered an 8-inch reflector to be a large telescope, Ron started using a 16" (406mm) reflector which had a friction drive to eliminate periodic error.
The Walter Goodacre Award: Ronald W. Arbour by Journal of the British Astronomical Association
A friction drive to the hands is provided from a wheel that rotates at a convenient rate, generally one time per hour.
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The Dinky Toys 1956 Ford Zephyr is illustrated on the 47p stamp and the Mettoy friction drive spaceship from the old 1960s Eagle comic is depicted on the 68p stamp.
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