A pinion gear is a small, toothed wheel that is used to transfer rotational motion between larger gears. It helps to control the speed and direction of rotation in various mechanical devices, such as cars, bicycles, and machines. Full definition
Dual Pinion Variable Ratio Electric Power - Assisted Rack - and - Pinion Steering (EPS) The Electric Power Steering (EPS) incorporates dual pinion gears and a variable gear ratio for steering feel, performance and comfort that is unsurpassed in the class. (hondanews.com)
It achieves this by using its hardened metal main shaft, perfect mesh drive gear, and precision machined pinion gear. (geekwrapped.com)
Instead, a hypoid ring - and - pinion gear set supported by a cast - aluminum housing switches torque from the propeller shaft's longitudinal orientation to the lateral orientation necessary to drive the rear wheels. (hondanews.com)