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universal joint

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universal joint
n.
A joint or coupling that allows parts of a machine not in line with each other limited freedom of movement in any direction while transmitting rotary motion. Also called universal coupling.

universal joint, coupling
n
(Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a form of coupling between two rotating shafts allowing freedom of angular movement in all directions
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.universal jointuniversal joint - coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions; "in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps"
coupler, coupling - a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects
drive line, drive line system - mechanism that transmits power from the engine to the driving wheels of a motor vehicle
Translations
universal joint
nUniversalgelenk nt
universal joint universal coupling n (Tech) → giunto cardanico
universal joint universal coupling n (Tech) → giunto cardanico


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