Engineering terms Flashcards
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Bearing
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A device that assists with a rotating object and reduces friction. Has many different types
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Clevis
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A u-shaped device used to hold a pin or bolt.
2
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Counterbore
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A flat bottomed hole that increases the diameter of the exisitting pilot hole
3
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Fixture
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A device used to hold a workpiece in place while manufacturing operations( such as milling, turning, etc) are performed on it
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Bushing
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a smooth-walled bearing
5
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fastener
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a broad term to describe a mechanical tool that holds two or more objects together. includes nuts, bolts, screws, etc
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Coupling
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a device with the intent to hold two shafts together. used to transmit power
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Jig
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a special device used to hold or guide a cutting tool in place while it performs repetitive tasks. Used in drilling, reaming, tapping
