Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The bolts in a rigid flanged coupling connecting two shafts transmitting power are subjected to

  1. a) Shear force and bending moment

  2. b) axial force

  3. c) torsion

  4. d) torsion and bending moment
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In rigid flanged couplings, bolts primarily experience shear force due to torque transmission between shafts and bending moment from any misalignment or external loads. The bolts don't directly carry torsional loads - that's what the shafts transmit.

Keep practicing — related questions