The KIMoS5 program enables the design, optimization and computer-integrated production of spiral bevel gears for different gearing systems. This course is aimed at all new KIMoS users and introduces gear design and gear set development using the various software modules and possibilities of the KIMoS5 program package.

1. GENERAL INFORMATION TO KIMOS

• Overview of gear cutting systems
• Overview of tool systems
• Repetition of fundamentals of bevel gears
• Manufacturing systems in KIMoS

2. KIMOS5 – WAY OF DESIGN

• Getting started – general information
• Process of gear design
• Dimensioning of gear geometry
• Standard strength calculation
• Tooth contact analysis (TCA)
• Stress analysis (Loaded TCA)

3. PROGRAMM MODULES & DIALOGS

• Dataset functions
• Dimensioning 
• Machine & tool settings 
• Graphical analysis and EaseOff Design
• Flank comparison
• Stress analysis
• Extras – Deburring, curve of collision, CAD model etc.

4. DATABASES & STRUCTURE

• Type of Databases
• Process methods
• Database structure

5. CONFIGIRATION OF KIMOS

• Program and dataset configuration
• Snapshot Tool

6. EXAMPLES

• Face Hobbing – SPIRAC SPIRON / FS / TRIAC
• Face Milling – DUPLEX non-generated / generated 
• Face Milling – Fixed Setting 
• Zyklo-Palloid / Semi-Completing
• Arcoflex 
• Hypoflex­­