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Shaft Couplings — Concept Maps
CBSE · Class 12 · Engineering Graphics
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Shaft Couplings Concept Overview
The map in words
- Shaft Couplings
- Applications
- Power Transmission
- Shaft Extension
- Machine Connection
- Motor to Pump
- Engine to Generator
- Automobile Shafts
- Flange Couplings
- Unprotected Type
- Exposed Bolts
- Safety Hazard
- Simple Design
- Protected Type
- Shrouded Rim
- Enhanced Safety
- Worker Protection
- Unprotected Type
- Key Components
- Cast Iron Flanges
- Rectangular Keys
- Bolts and Nuts
- Spigot Socket Arrangement
- Alignment System
- 2-3mm Clearance
- Perfect Fit
- Applications
Shaft Couplings - Complete Chapter Overview
The map in words
- Shaft Couplings
- Purpose
- Join Two Shafts
- Transmit Power
- Extend Length
- Connect Machines
- Types
- Flange Coupling
- Unprotected
- Exposed Bolts
- Safety Risk
- Simpler Design
- Protected
- Shroud Cover
- Enhanced Safety
- Belt Pulley Use
- Unprotected
- Flange Coupling
- Components
- Cast Iron Flanges
- Rectangular Keys
- Bolts and Nuts
- Shafts
- Features
- Spigot Socket Fit
- Right Angle Keys
- Perfect Alignment
- Heavy Load Capacity
- Applications
- Motor Generator
- Pump Systems
- Automobiles
- Locomotives
- Purpose
Shaft Couplings Overview
The map in words
- Shaft Couplings
- Purpose
- Connect shafts
- Transmit power
- Extend length
- Join machines
- Types
- Rigid
- Flange coupling
- Sleeve coupling
- Flexible
- Universal joint
- Flexible coupling
- Rigid
- Flange Types
- Unprotected
- Exposed bolts
- Lower cost
- Safety concern
- Protected
- Shrouded bolts
- Higher cost
- Enhanced safety
- Unprotected
- Components
- Flanges
- Cast iron
- Hub with keyway
- Bolt holes
- Keys
- Rectangular sunk
- Right angle position
- Bolts Nuts
- Exact fit
- Square or hex head
- Flanges
- Purpose
Shaft Couplings are mechanical devices used to connect two shafts end-to-end for power transmission between machines or to extend shaft length
The map in words
- Shaft Couplings are mechanical devices used to connect two shafts end-to-end for power transmission between machines or to extend shaft length
- Types of Flange Couplings
- Components and Assembly
- Design Features
- Applications
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What are the important topics in Shaft Couplings for CBSE Class 12 Engineering Graphics?
Key topics in Shaft Couplings include Introduction to Shaft Couplings, Types of Flange Couplings, Unprotected Flange Coupling - Design and Features, Protected Flange Coupling - Design and Features. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the CBSE Class 12 board exam.
What do the concept maps for Shaft Couplings show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Shaft Couplings connect: Shaft Couplings Concept Overview; Shaft Couplings - Complete Chapter Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
Sources & Official References
- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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