Can the tooth profile of a rubber timing belt perfectly match that of the pulley?

The tooth profile design of a rubber timing belt is intended to match that of the pulley, and this level of matching is typically ensured through engineering design and precise manufacturing to minimize friction and noise during gear engagement. While the term "perfect match" may be somewhat exaggerated, appropriate design ensures a high degree of compatibility between tooth profiles, thus minimizing friction and noise during gear engagement to the greatest extent possible. The tooth profile design of rubber timing belts is usually determined through engineering and calculation to ensure mutual compatibility with the pulley's tooth profile. This design takes into account factors such as the number of teeth, tooth shape, and pitch to ensure accuracy, reliability, and smooth operation during transmission. While we can expect a good match between the tooth profiles of rubber timing belts and pulleys, achieving a perfect fit may sometimes be challenging in actual situations. This may be influenced by factors such as manufacturing processes, material characteristics, and minor errors during assembly. However, appropriate design and manufacturing typically ensure that these differences are minimized to provide results as close to a "perfect match" as possible. Nevertheless, in most cases, engineering design and precision manufacturing can ensure a high degree of compatibility between the tooth profiles of rubber timing belts and pulleys to ensure the stability, reliability, and efficiency of the transmission system.