{"id":6521,"date":"2026-05-25T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/optimizing-torque-transmission-methods-for-engineers\/"},"modified":"2026-05-25T03:00:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T01:00:55","slug":"optimizing-torque-transmission-methods-for-engineers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/optimizing-torque-transmission-methods-for-engineers\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimizing Torque Transmission Methods for Engineers"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<hr>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>TL;DR:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Torque losses in mechanical transmission systems accumulate quietly through friction, misalignment, lubrication issues, and drive ratio mismatches. Optimizing transmission efficiency requires a structured approach combining component design, loss modeling, empirical measurements, and integrated ratio optimization across the full operating range. Using direct torque measurement and coupled design strategies significantly enhances system performance, thermal management, and lifespan in demanding applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr>\n<p>Torque losses in mechanical transmission systems are rarely dramatic. They accumulate quietly through friction at gear tooth contacts, misalignment at couplings, inadequate lubrication, and poorly matched drive ratios. In high-demand applications such as aerospace actuation systems, hybrid powertrains, and industrial finishing equipment, these losses translate directly into degraded performance, thermal stress, and shortened service life. Optimizing torque transmission methods requires more than selecting a gear ratio from a catalog. It demands a structured approach that integrates component design, loss modeling, and empirical measurement across the full operating range of the system.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#key-takeaways\">Key takeaways<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#optimizing-torque-transmission-methods-foundational-requirements\">Optimizing torque transmission methods: foundational requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#design-strategies-for-torque-transmission-efficiency\">Design strategies for torque transmission efficiency<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#measurement-and-validation-of-torque-improvements\">Measurement and validation of torque improvements<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#common-pitfalls-in-torque-transmission-systems\">Common pitfalls in torque transmission systems<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#step-by-step-approach-to-torque-transmission-optimization\">Step-by-step approach to torque transmission optimization<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#my-perspective-on-multi-factor-torque-optimization\">My perspective on multi-factor torque optimization<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-biax-flexwellen-supports-torque-transmission-in-constrained-systems\">How Biax-flexwellen supports torque transmission in constrained systems<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"key-takeaways\">Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Point<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Couple ratio and loss modeling<\/td>\n<td>Designing transmission ratios independently from efficiency data produces suboptimal results across the duty cycle.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Backlash design is multi-factor<\/td>\n<td>Correct backlash accounts for thermal expansion, machining tolerances, and lubrication film requirements simultaneously.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Measurement enables iteration<\/td>\n<td>Accurate torque flange data separates no-load losses from load-dependent losses and drives calibrated design changes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>VFD and gearbox selection interact<\/td>\n<td>Neither VFDs nor gearboxes optimize torque in isolation; combined systems with moderate ratios produce the best results.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Flexible shafts solve alignment constraints<\/td>\n<td>In confined or angled installation geometries, flexible shafts maintain torque transmission efficiency where rigid shafts cannot.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"optimizing-torque-transmission-methods-foundational-requirements\">Optimizing torque transmission methods: foundational requirements<\/h2>\n<p>Before applying any optimization technique, the system\u2019s load envelope must be fully defined. This means characterizing peak torque, continuous torque, speed range, duty cycle, and the mechanical environment including temperature, vibration, and spatial constraints. Engineers who skip this step frequently select components that perform well at rated conditions but degrade rapidly under transient loads or thermal cycling.<\/p>\n<p>Precise component alignment and mechanical fit are equally non-negotiable. Angular and parallel misalignment at couplings introduces bending moments and axial forces that convert useful torque into heat and vibration. In aerospace actuation applications, even small misalignment at a synchronization shaft coupling can produce binding under combined structural and thermal loading.<\/p>\n<p>Material selection and manufacturing tolerance directly determine the ceiling on transmission efficiency. Tighter tolerances reduce clearances that allow gear tooth deflection and impact loading. Surface hardness and finish affect the coefficient of friction at tooth contacts, which is one of the primary contributors to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chamolgear.com\/gear-torque-transmission\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">gear torque losses<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Define peak, continuous, and transient torque requirements with safety margins<\/li>\n<li>Specify alignment tolerances for all coupling interfaces, including angular, parallel, and axial<\/li>\n<li>Select materials for gear blanks, shafts, and bearings based on contact stress and thermal properties<\/li>\n<li>Establish measurement reference points and instrumentation access during the design stage, not as an afterthought<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> <em>Document torque and speed requirements at system level, then propagate them to each sub-assembly with explicit loss budgets. This prevents the common error of optimizing individual components while ignoring interface losses.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"design-strategies-for-torque-transmission-efficiency\">Design strategies for torque transmission efficiency<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"coupling-transmission-ratio-with-efficiency-modeling\">Coupling transmission ratio with efficiency modeling<\/h3>\n<p>The most impactful design decision in a multi-ratio transmission is treating gear ratio selection and loss modeling as a coupled problem, not two separate tasks. Research on planetary gear systems for hybrid electric vehicles demonstrates that <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12909935\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">efficiency zone coverage<\/a> increased from 68.5% to 78.6% and comprehensive efficiency improved from 92.8% to 95.6% when ratio design was integrated with multi-source loss modeling. The approach uses efficiency maps across the full speed-torque plane rather than single operating point calculations, which reveals high-efficiency zones that single-point design misses entirely.<\/p>\n<p>Practically, this means constructing a transmission efficiency map early in the design phase, before committing to gear sizes and module selections. Optimization workflows that tune ratios with efficiency maps identify configurations that maintain high efficiency across a broad operating band, which is particularly valuable in variable-speed industrial drives and aerospace actuation systems that rarely operate at a single rated condition.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"backlash-lubrication-and-thermal-management\">Backlash, lubrication, and thermal management<\/h3>\n<p>Gear backlash is not simply a dimensional tolerance. It controls the minimum lubrication film thickness between tooth flanks, accommodates thermal expansion during operation, and absorbs manufacturing deviations in tooth geometry. <a href=\"https:\/\/help.autodesk.com\/cloudhelp\/2026\/ENU\/Inventor-Help\/files\/GUID-8EC5D4D4-0AAA-4DE1-8F8A-DFFD19354BEE.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Backlash allowance<\/a> in spur and helical gears is set by adjusting tooth thickness or center distance while accounting for operating temperature range, machining errors, and lubrication method.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csuxjmfbwmkxiegfpljm.supabase.co\/storage\/v1\/object\/public\/blog-images\/organization-1304\/1779475101661_Technician-inspecting-gearbox-and-lubrication-process.jpeg\" alt=\"Technician inspecting gearbox and lubrication process\"><\/p>\n<p>Too little backlash causes binding when the gear set reaches thermal equilibrium under load, rupturing the oil film and increasing friction losses sharply. Too much backlash generates impact loading at each tooth engagement, which increases noise and accelerates surface fatigue. The practical design range depends on module, material, and thermal delta. For case-hardened steel gears in industrial gearboxes, the acceptable backlash range is typically specified as a function of module and verified with a dial indicator at assembly.<\/p>\n<p>Lubrication method selection has a measurable effect on churning losses. Oil jet lubrication directed at the tooth contact zone reduces friction more effectively than splash lubrication at high pitch-line velocities, while also improving heat dissipation at the tooth surface. In enclosed gearboxes operating at pitch-line velocities above approximately 10 m\/s, churning losses from splash lubrication can exceed tooth friction losses.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Calculate backlash requirement from thermal expansion delta, machining tolerance stack, and minimum film thickness<\/li>\n<li>Select lubrication method based on pitch-line velocity and heat rejection requirements<\/li>\n<li>Apply surface treatments such as shot peening, phosphating, or DLC coating to reduce the friction coefficient at tooth contacts<\/li>\n<li>Model thermal behavior over the duty cycle to verify that the gear set stays within design backlash limits<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> <em>Use efficiency maps at three operating conditions: low load, rated load, and peak transient load. A gear design that looks efficient at rated conditions may perform poorly during the high-frequency transients typical in servo-driven aerospace actuators.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"vfd-and-gearbox-selection-trade-offs\">VFD and gearbox selection trade-offs<\/h3>\n<p>The decision to use a variable frequency drive, a fixed-ratio gearbox, or a combined system has a direct effect on torque delivery and efficiency. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toolgrit.com\/guides\/torque-hp-power-transmission-guide\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">VFDs perform best<\/a> for speed reduction above 30% of motor rated speed. Below that threshold, motor torque capacity and cooling effectiveness both degrade, making low-speed high-torque applications unsuitable for VFD-only solutions.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Control method<\/th>\n<th>Speed range<\/th>\n<th>Torque at low speed<\/th>\n<th>Cooling risk<\/th>\n<th>Recommended application<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>VFD only<\/td>\n<td>30% to 100% rated speed<\/td>\n<td>Reduced below 30%<\/td>\n<td>Moderate<\/td>\n<td>Variable-speed pumps and fans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fixed gearbox<\/td>\n<td>Fixed ratio<\/td>\n<td>Full rated torque<\/td>\n<td>Low<\/td>\n<td>Constant-speed high-torque drives<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>VFD plus gearbox (3:1 to 10:1)<\/td>\n<td>Broad range<\/td>\n<td>Full rated torque<\/td>\n<td>Low<\/td>\n<td>Servo drives, actuators, mixed-load systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For torque optimization in systems with variable load profiles, moderate-ratio gearboxes combined with VFDs maintain the motor in its optimal speed and cooling band across the full operating range. This combined approach is standard practice in industrial deburring and grinding equipment where spindle torque requirements vary with material and tool contact conditions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csuxjmfbwmkxiegfpljm.supabase.co\/storage\/v1\/object\/public\/blog-images\/organization-1304\/1779476067138_Torque-optimization-step-by-step-infographic.jpeg\" alt=\"Torque optimization step-by-step infographic\"><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"measurement-and-validation-of-torque-improvements\">Measurement and validation of torque improvements<\/h2>\n<p>Torque transmission optimization without measurement is iteration by assumption. Direct measurement tools, specifically torque flanges and shaft-mounted strain gauges with wireless telemetry, provide the data needed to separate input power, no-load losses, and output power at each stage of the drivetrain. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hbkworld.com\/fr\/knowledge\/resource-center\/articles\/tips-and-tricks-torque-measurement-methods\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Contactless torque sensors<\/a> such as rotary telemetry systems and friction-coupled sensors allow measurement on rotating shafts without modifying the shaft itself, which preserves the mechanical integrity of the test setup.<\/p>\n<p>Signal transmission from rotating shafts requires either slip rings, inductive telemetry, or wireless transmission of the strain gauge bridge output. Each method introduces its own error sources. Wireless telemetry avoids the friction and wear of slip rings but requires careful attention to signal conditioning and battery life in long-duration tests. Torque flange instrumentation inserted between driver and driven components provides the most direct measurement with minimal system disturbance, and is the preferred method for calibration work.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Install torque measurement at the input shaft, intermediate stages, and output shaft to isolate losses by location<\/li>\n<li>Use no-load spin-down tests to quantify windage and bearing friction losses separately from tooth friction<\/li>\n<li>Record torque data across the full speed-torque range, not just at rated conditions<\/li>\n<li>Apply iterative design changes and re-measure after each modification to build an empirical loss model<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Research on torque distribution in electric vehicle powertrains shows that accounting for measured losses, including electrical and tire slip contributions, can reduce <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s41104-025-00164-8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">total drive power demand<\/a> by up to 20%. The same principle applies to industrial drivetrains: system-level loss accounting based on measured data produces efficiency gains that component-level analysis cannot predict.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"common-pitfalls-in-torque-transmission-systems\">Common pitfalls in torque transmission systems<\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Friction and churning losses are the two most consistently underestimated contributors to transmission efficiency degradation. Engineers who optimize gear geometry without addressing lubrication method and thermal management frequently achieve less than half the predicted efficiency gain.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The following failure patterns appear repeatedly in drivetrain design and commissioning:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Decoupled ratio and efficiency design:<\/strong> Selecting gear ratios from performance requirements alone, then estimating efficiency separately, produces configurations that fall outside the high-efficiency operating band during real duty cycles. Coupling ratio and loss models from the start of design avoids this.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incorrect backlash specification:<\/strong> Engineers sometimes apply a single backlash value from a standard table without adjusting for the actual thermal delta and tolerance stack of the assembly. This leads to binding after thermal soak or excessive impact loading at cold start.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inadequate lubrication for the speed regime:<\/strong> Using splash lubrication in high-speed enclosed gearboxes increases <a href=\"https:\/\/industrialgearboxsolutions.com\/articles\/gearbox-efficiency-loss-where-power-is-really-going\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">churning and windage losses<\/a> beyond tooth friction. The lubrication method must match the pitch-line velocity and heat rejection requirement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>VFD misapplication below 30% speed:<\/strong> Operating a VFD-only system at low speed reduces motor torque and cooling simultaneously. Adding a moderate-ratio gearbox shifts the motor into its efficient operating band and preserves torque capacity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No torque measurement in the validation phase:<\/strong> Without measured torque data, engineers cannot distinguish between friction losses, misalignment losses, and lubrication losses. Iterating on design parameters without this data produces diminishing returns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For shaft design in constrained geometries, practical guidance on <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/proven-tips-optimizing-shaft-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reducing friction losses<\/a> in torque transmission components addresses several of these pitfalls in the context of flexible shaft configurations.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"step-by-step-approach-to-torque-transmission-optimization\">Step-by-step approach to torque transmission optimization<\/h2>\n<p>A structured workflow removes ambiguity from the optimization process and produces repeatable results. The following sequence reflects best practices for torque transmission optimization in industrial and aerospace mechanical systems.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Define the load envelope:<\/strong> Document peak torque, continuous torque, speed range, duty cycle, and environmental conditions including temperature range and installation geometry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Build a coupled ratio-efficiency model:<\/strong> Use efficiency maps across the speed-torque plane to select gear ratios that maximize coverage of the high-efficiency operating zone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specify backlash and lubrication jointly:<\/strong> Calculate backlash from thermal expansion, tolerance stack, and minimum film thickness. Select lubrication method based on pitch-line velocity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Instrument the system for direct torque measurement:<\/strong> Install torque flanges or strain gauge telemetry at input, intermediate, and output stages. Define test sequences to separate loss sources.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Measure, analyze, and iterate:<\/strong> Run the system across the full duty cycle, record torque data at each stage, isolate the dominant loss source, and apply targeted design changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Workflow step<\/th>\n<th>Key metric<\/th>\n<th>Acceptance criterion<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Load envelope definition<\/td>\n<td>Peak and continuous torque, RPM range<\/td>\n<td>Verified against application requirements with margin<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Efficiency map construction<\/td>\n<td>High-efficiency zone coverage<\/td>\n<td>Target greater than 75% of operating points in high-efficiency zone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Backlash specification<\/td>\n<td>Backlash at operating temperature<\/td>\n<td>Within manufacturer limits after thermal expansion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Torque measurement installation<\/td>\n<td>Measurement uncertainty<\/td>\n<td>Less than 1% of full-scale torque<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iterative refinement<\/td>\n<td>Comprehensive system efficiency<\/td>\n<td>Meets or exceeds design target after three or fewer iterations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For a detailed breakdown of this process in manufacturing drive applications, the <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/optimize-industrial-torque-transmission-workflow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">torque transmission workflow guide<\/a> from Biax-flexwellen provides additional context for each step.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"my-perspective-on-multi-factor-torque-optimization\">My perspective on multi-factor torque optimization<\/h2>\n<p>I have observed that the most significant efficiency gains in torque transmission systems come from treating the problem as a coupled design challenge, not a set of independent sub-problems. In my experience, engineers who optimize gear geometry, lubrication, and ratio selection sequentially, rather than simultaneously, routinely miss efficiency gains of 2% to 5% in comprehensive system efficiency. That gap may sound small, but in a high-duty-cycle aerospace actuator or an industrial finishing machine running multiple shifts, it represents meaningful differences in thermal load, component life, and energy consumption.<\/p>\n<p>What I have learned from working with confined installation environments is that alignment constraints are the most frequently underestimated variable. A gear set optimized in isolation can perform below specification when installed in an airframe bay or a machine tool column where the actual coupling geometry deviates from the design intent. <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/flexible-shafts-in-automation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flexible shaft solutions<\/a> address this directly by accommodating angular and offset deviations that rigid couplings cannot tolerate without introducing bending loads.<\/p>\n<p>The other lesson I keep returning to is that measurement transforms the optimization process. Engineers who invest in torque flange instrumentation during the development phase consistently reach their efficiency targets faster than those who rely on analytical models alone. The empirical data closes the loop between predicted and actual loss distribution, and that feedback is what drives calibrated design changes rather than guesswork.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>\u2014 Uli<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"how-biax-flexwellen-supports-torque-transmission-in-constrained-systems\">How Biax-flexwellen supports torque transmission in constrained systems<\/h2>\n<p>Biax-flexwellen designs and manufactures flexible shaft solutions for applications where rigid drivetrains cannot maintain alignment or access the drive point without compromising torque transmission efficiency. In aerospace actuation systems, deburring spindles, and industrial finishing equipment, flexible shafts transmit torque reliably through tight bends and confined routing paths where standard shaft-and-coupling arrangements introduce misalignment losses or are physically impractical.<\/p>\n<p>Biax-flexwellen supports machine builders and system integrators with engineering guidance on torque and RPM requirements, coupling interface selection, and shaft design for specific load and geometry constraints. Standard configurations and custom flexible shaft assemblies are available for a wide range of industrial manufacturing applications.<\/p>\n<p>For engineers evaluating <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/flexible-shaft-applications-industrial-manufacturing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flexible shaft applications<\/a> in manufacturing environments, Biax-flexwellen provides detailed technical specifications and application support. For drive selection guidance across rigid and flexible configurations, the <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/rigid-vs-flexible-shafts-selection-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shaft selection guide<\/a> covers the key decision criteria. Technical inquiries can be directed to the Biax-flexwellen team through the <a href=\"https:\/\/biax-flexwellen.de\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-most-effective-method-for-reducing-torque-transmission-losses\">What is the most effective method for reducing torque transmission losses?<\/h3>\n<p>The most effective approach combines coupled ratio-efficiency modeling with direct torque measurement. Integrating loss models during ratio selection and validating with torque flanges identifies and eliminates the dominant loss sources in sequence.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"when-should-a-gearbox-be-used-instead-of-a-vfd-for-torque-control\">When should a gearbox be used instead of a VFD for torque control?<\/h3>\n<p>A gearbox is preferred when motor speed drops below 30% of rated speed, since VFDs at low speed reduce both torque capacity and motor cooling effectiveness. Combining a moderate-ratio gearbox with a VFD provides full torque across a broad speed range.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-does-backlash-affect-transmission-efficiency\">How does backlash affect transmission efficiency?<\/h3>\n<p>Incorrect backlash either causes binding from thermal expansion or generates impact loading at tooth engagement. Optimal backlash design accounts for temperature transients, machining tolerances, and the minimum lubrication film thickness required for the application.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"what-instrumentation-is-recommended-for-torque-transmission-validation\">What instrumentation is recommended for torque transmission validation?<\/h3>\n<p>Torque flanges inserted at each drivetrain stage provide the most direct and accurate measurement. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.althensensors.com\/blog\/torque-measurement-on-rotating-shafts-methods-challenges-and-smart-solutions\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Wireless telemetry systems<\/a> on rotating shafts eliminate slip ring friction and allow full-duty-cycle data collection without modifying the shaft geometry.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"where-do-flexible-shafts-improve-torque-transmission-compared-to-rigid-drivetrains\">Where do flexible shafts improve torque transmission compared to rigid drivetrains?<\/h3>\n<p>Flexible shafts maintain effective torque coupling in geometrically constrained installations where rigid shafts would introduce bending loads from misalignment. 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