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Figure 3: (A) block chain, (B) roller chain

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roller chain

chain drive

Also known as: bush roller chain

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systems of chains

In chain
A roller chain is a development of the block chain in which the block is replaced by two side plates, a pair of bushings, and rollers. (See Figure 3.) This type of chain is used on bicycles and is adaptable to many other needs, from small-strand…
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use in bicycles

In bicycle: The safety bicycle
Hans Renold invented the bush roller chain in Manchester, England, in 1880. This improved reliability and facilitated development of the safety bicycle.
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