In GearTrax 2021 , reports are typically generated as Data Sheets rather than a standalone "Report" button as found in SolidWorks Simulation. These data sheets capture the geometric specifications, gear mesh parameters, and calculated properties of your design. How to Generate a Data Sheet (Report)
Finalize Design: Ensure all gear parameters (e.g., diametral pitch, module, number of teeth, and backlash) are set and the animation looks correct.
Export Data: Look for the export or output options within the GearTrax interface. You can create data sheets in the following formats: Excel: For detailed, editable tabular data. Text (.txt): For a lightweight summary of parameters. CSV: For easy importing into other calculation software.
Coordinate Outputs: GearTrax can also output XY involute points to text or Excel if you need to report on the specific tooth profile geometry. Reporting Capabilities by Version
Standard GearTrax: Generates basic data sheets for up to two components (e.g., a gear and a pinion). geartrax 2021
GearTrax PRO: Provides higher functionality, including the ability to annotate drawing or part files directly with design data.
GearTeq: If you need more comprehensive reporting for unlimited components or planetary sets, the Camnetics GearTeq version provides expanded geometric and kinematic design tools.
For official technical support or documentation on custom report templates, visit the Camnetics Support Page. Generating a Report - 2021 - SOLIDWORKS Design Help
The software does not approximate gear teeth using arcs or splines. It calculates the true involute curve. This level of precision ensures that the 3D model is manufacture-ready, whether you are using 3D printing, CNC hobbing, or wire EDM. In GearTrax 2021 , reports are typically generated
The 2021 version fixed a long-standing annoyance: root fillet radii. Users can now define:
Robotics engineers use GearTrax 2021 to design lightweight, high-strength planetary gear trains. The ability to quickly adjust backlashes is crucial for precision servo applications.
By 2021, many CAD users thought “gear add-ins” were obsolete because SOLIDWORKS Toolbox includes basic gears. However, Toolbox gears are non-editable, imported bodies with simplified teeth. GearTrax 2021 remained relevant because:
| Feature | SOLIDWORKS Toolbox | GearTrax 2021 | |--------|------------------|----------------| | True involute teeth | No (cosmetic) | Yes | | Helical/bevel/worm | Limited | Full | | Tooth root fillet | No | Yes (trochoidal) | | Parametric rebuild | No | Yes | | Plastic gear mold features | No | Yes | No stress analysis (use SOLIDWORKS Simulation separately)
How does GearTrax 2021 stack up against CAD built-in toolboxes (like SolidWorks Toolbox or Inventor Design Accelerator)?
| Feature | GearTrax 2021 | SolidWorks Toolbox | Inventor Design Accelerator | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | True Involute Profile | Yes (High precision) | Yes (Decent) | Yes (Decent) | | Worm Gear Support | Yes (Advanced) | Limited | Yes | | Spiral Bevel Gears | Yes | No | Yes (Complex) | | Parametric in CAD | Yes (Full tree) | Yes (Toolbox part) | Yes | | Ease of Use | Very High (Standalone UI) | Moderate (Inside CAD) | Moderate | | CAM Export Ready | Excellent | Good | Good |
Key Advantage: GearTrax is a dedicated software. It does not crash inside CAD menus. It runs as an external process, saving your CAD session from potential instability.