How to Design a Planetary Gear System in Autodesk Inventor Using Spur Gear Generator
In this detailed Autodesk Inventor tutorial, learn how to design a complete planetary gear system from scratch using the built-in Spur Gear Generator. This video walks you through every step—from configuring gear parameters like module, pressure angle, and gear ratio to assembling the full mechanism with precise constraints.
Whether you're a student, engineer, or designer, this guide will help you understand the fundamentals of gear design and how to use Inventor’s Design Accelerator tools effectively.
🔧 What you’ll learn:
How to use the Spur Gear Generator in Autodesk Inventor
Setting correct gear parameters for smooth meshing
Creating a functional planetary gear assembly
Applying constraints and assembling the components