A method for generating accurate numerical solutions of the exact differential equations describing tension distribution and radial penetration of a flexible V-belt on driveN and driveR sheaves is presented and results are compared with approximate solutions reported in the literature. Analytical approximations for these solutions of higher accuracy than any previously published have been found and are presented. They suggest important modifications of current design practice for belt tensioning and life appraisal.
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Dolan et al. (1985) studied this question.