Couplings and Clutches

Question 1

_____ are used to join two shafts together and transmit power from a driving source to a driven machine.

Answer 1

Couplings

Question 2

____ couplings require more positive positioning on a shaft

Answer 2

rigid

Question 3

____ couplings permit slight misalignment and end play of a shaft

Answer 3

flexible

Question 4

____ connect shaft with angular and/or offset misalignment

Answer 4

Universal joints

Question 5

_____ couplings are used when a drive is required to hit a certain speed before engaging

Answer 5

centrifugal couplings