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How does direct drive differ from belt drive?

April 26, 2017BELT differ drive

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How does direct drive differ from belt drive?

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Instead of using a motor and a belt running to the capstan, the take-up side capstan has an electo-magnetic motor running it. In turn, with a belt, it moves the supply side capstan. In the unique case of the Dragon, both capstans are run directly.