The endless rubber V-belt was developed in 1917 by John Gates of the Gates Rubber Company. (Wiki) with that said, and flat belts in use everywhere, the use of flat belts stayed common until the 50s (0pinion). Flat belts are more energy efficient and have a very long life. V belts have more friction and thus wear more rapidly. Flat belts were used in industry from jack shaft systems, as well as in engines used on moving equipment. The best thing about V belts is staying on the pulleys, and small form factor. The worst thing about flat is staying on the pulleys and form factor. My dad's wood working shop from 1890s vintage was all flat belt. I have many hours working in it and it worked perfectly. I and my family sold the complete shop to a wood worker starting a historically accurate shop 150 feet away from the barn it was located in. Our family has perpetual permission to use it in its new location. Jim
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