Dimensional and Layout Optimization Design of Multistage Gear Drives Using Genetic Algorithms

Table 1

The encoding and range of design variables .

Variables	Range	Type
Number of teeth on pinion	[17, 30]	Continuous integer
Number of teeth on wheel	[17, 150]	Continuous integer
Normal module	[1, 8]	Discrete float
Shaft diameter	[10, 100]	Continuous integer
Face width coefficient	[0.7, 0.85]	Continuous float
Location parameter	[0, 300]	Continuous integer
Orientation parameter	[0, 360]	Continuous integer