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Theory of Machines

The type of coupling used to join two shafts whose axes are neither in same straight line nor parallel, but intersect is______________________?

The type of coupling used to join two shafts whose axes are neither in same straight line nor parallel, but intersect is______________________?

A. flexible coupling
B. universal coupling
C. chain coupling
D. Oldham’s coupling
E. American coupling

The type of coupling used to join two shafts whose axes are neither in same straight line nor parallel, but intersect is______________________? Read More »

Theory of Machines

It is required to connect two parallel shafts, the distance between whose axes is small and variable. The shafts are coupled by_______________?

It is required to connect two parallel shafts, the distance between whose axes is small and variable. The shafts are coupled by_______________?

A. universal joint
B. knuckle joint
C. Oldham’s coupling
D. flexible coupling
E. electromagnetic coupling

It is required to connect two parallel shafts, the distance between whose axes is small and variable. The shafts are coupled by_______________? Read More »

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The Klein’s method of construction for reciprocating engine mechanism _______________?

The Klein’s method of construction for reciprocating engine mechanism _______________?

A. is based on acceleration diagram
B. is a simplified form of instantaneous center method
C. utilises a quadrilateral similar to the diagram of mechanism for reciprocating engine
D. enables determination of Corioli’s component
E. none of the above

The Klein’s method of construction for reciprocating engine mechanism _______________? Read More »

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With single Hooke’s joint it is possible to connect two shafts, the axes of which have an angular misalignment up to ________________?

With single Hooke’s joint it is possible to connect two shafts, the axes of which have an angular misalignment up to ________________?

A. 10°
B. 20°
C. 30°
D. 40°
E. 60°.

With single Hooke’s joint it is possible to connect two shafts, the axes of which have an angular misalignment up to ________________? Read More »

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The advantage of the piston valve over D-slide valve is that in the former case____________________?

The advantage of the piston valve over D-slide valve is that in the former case____________________?

A. wear is less
B. power absorbed is less
C. both wear and power absorbed are low
D. the pressure developed being high provides tight sealing
E. there is overall economy of initial cost, maintenance and operation

The advantage of the piston valve over D-slide valve is that in the former case____________________? Read More »

Theory of Machines