Asked by Breanna Sauceda on May 17, 2024
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A ____ type of motor shaft has threads on the end of the shaft, and is used on uni-directional motors for special applications such as driving impeller of jet pumps.
A) flat
B) key
C) round
D) threaded
Impeller
A rotating component of a pump, blower, or compressor designed to move fluid by converting rotational energy into fluid flow.
Jet Pumps
Mechanical devices that use a high velocity jet of fluid to entrain a lower pressure fluid and raise its pressure.
Uni-directional
Capable of moving or operating in only one direction, often used in reference to devices or mechanical components.
- Describe different types of motor shaft designs and their applications.
Verified Answer
MJ
Mhamad JarrarMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
As described in the question, the shaft with threads on the end is required for uni-directional motors for special applications such as driving impeller of jet pumps. Therefore, the best choice would be a threaded type motor shaft (Option D).
Learning Objectives
- Describe different types of motor shaft designs and their applications.