Meaning of universal joint | Babel Free

Definitions

A coupling that allows different parts of a machine not in line with each other some freedom of movement at the same time as transmitting rotary motion. Typical applications include driveshafts and socket wrenches.

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Examples

“The drive from each hydraulic transmission to the axle-mounted gearboxes on the outer axles of each bogie is through cardan shafts fitted with needle-bearing universal joints.”

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