Basic Mechanical Engineering (3110006) MCQs

MCQs of Couplings, Clutches and Brakes

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1.
Coupling used to connect two perfectly aligned shafts is
(a) muff coupling
(b) split muff coupling
(c) flange coupling
(d) all of these
Answer:

Option (d)

2.
Flange coupling is used to connect two shafts
(a) which are perfectly aligned
(b) which are not in exact alignment
(c) have lateral misalignment
(d) whose axes intersect at a small angle
Answer:

Option (a)

3.
Which of the following coupling is used to absorbs shock and vibration during the operation?
(a) Muff coupling
(b) Rigid type flange coupling
(c) Bushpin type flange coupling
(d) Split muff coupling
Answer:

Option (c)

4.
The Oldham coupling is used to connect two shafts
(a) which are perfectly aligned
(b) which are not in exact alignment
(c) which have a lateral misalignment
(d) whose axes intersect at a small angle
Answer:

Option (c)

5.
Universal coupling is used to connect two shafts
(a) which are perfectly aligned
(b) which are not in exact alignment
(c) have lateral misalignment
(d) whose axes intersect at a small angle
Answer:

Option (d)

6.
The universal coupling is a type of ____________.
(a) flexible coupling
(b) rigid coupling
(c) both A and B
(d) none of the above
Answer:

Option (a)

7.
Which of the following coupling is used to connect two shafts which have both lateral and angular misalignment?
(a) Bushpin type coupling
(b) Universal coupling
(c) Oldham coupling
(d) All of these
Answer:

Option (d)

8.
Which of the following is rigid coupling?
(a) Muff coupling
(b) Split muff coupling
(c) Flange coupling
(d) All of the above
Answer:

Option (d)

9.
Which of the following is true for clutch and coupling?
(a) Both being permanent joints
(b) No, they are different type of joints
(c) Both being temporary joints
(d) None of the listed
Answer:

Option (b)

10.
Which of the following device provides a smooth means of disengagement and engagement between the engine and the transmission system?
(a) Clutch
(b) Gearbox
(c) Brake
(d) Coupling
Answer:

Option (a)

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