If maximum tension in the belt is 900N and allowable belt load is 500N. Calculate the number of belts required to transmit power.
(a) 2
(b) 3
(c) 4
(d) 5
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This practical question is from the Belt Construction II & V Belts unit in part Friction Clutches, Brakes, Belt Drives and Chain Drives of Machine Design