homodromal

/həˌmɒdrəməl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a motion in which the direction of rotation of a shaft or other rotating part is the same at all points, especially in a gear or gear train.

“The engineer studied the homodromal motion of the gear system to optimize its efficiency.”

Synonyms

  • isochronic
  • isotachal

Antonyms

  • heterodromal