mac boys Flashcards
What 5 things are Displayed on a Tally Plate?
Safe Working load, date of initial test, part number, serial number of the item, NSN (unit serial number)
List 4 methods of transmitting power.
Mechanical, pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electrically
What are the 5 mechanical methods of transmitting power?
Belts, Chains, Clutches, brakes, Gears
What can Flat belts be made from?
Leather, cotton, Canvas, Rubber
What are the two types of Synchronus belts?
Rounded Teeth, Trapezoidal Teeth
List the 3 types of chains.
Roller, Silent, Detachable link
What are some reasons for using gears rather than chains or belts?
high efficiency, compact reductions can be made, quick speed changes are possible, high load capabilities, positive drive.
list the types of Gears.
Spur Gears, Helical and Spiral gears, Herringbone Gears, Bevel Gears, mitre Gears, Spiral Bevel Gears, Hypoid Gears, internal Gears, Planetary Gears, Worm Gears, Rack and pinon.
what are the 5 ways a shaft can be driven?
Keys, splines, pins, flanges, Couplings (universal, chain etc)
Name the 2 most common types of positive type clutches.
The dog tooth, Spiral Jaw Clutch
Name 4 types of Friction Clutches.
Disk/Slipping Clutch, The cone clutch, radial clutch, Electro magnetic clutch.
what are the advantages of ball scews?
minimal wear due to less backlash, less friction therefore less heat, ease of lubrication, smooth
what are the 2 types of Grinding?
Off Hand, Precision
Give 3 examples of off hand grinding.
tool grinding, general purpose grinding, fettling (grinding casting marks off)
what are the 4 types of grinding wheel abrasives?
Aluminium Oxide, Silicon carbide, cubic born nitride, diamond.