Machine Design Miscellaneous


  1. Match the type of gears with their most appropriate description.
    Type of gearsDescription
    P. Helical1. Axes non parallel and non intersecting
    Q. Spiral Bevel2. Axes parallel and teeth are inclined to the axis
    R. Hypoid3. Axes parallel and teeth are parallel to the axis
    S. Rack and pinion4. Axes are perpendicular and intersecting, and teeth are inclined to the axis
    5. Axes are perpendicular and used for large speed reduction
    6. Axes parallel and one of the gears has infinite radius










  1. View Hint View Answer Discuss in Forum

    Correct Option: A


  1. Match the following
    Type of gearsArrangement of shafts
    P. Bevel gears1.Nonparallel offset shafts
    Q. Worm gears2.Nonparallel intersecting shafts
    R. Herringbone 3. Nonparallel, non -intersecting shafts
    S. Hypoid gears4.Parallel shafts










  1. View Hint View Answer Discuss in Forum

    NA

    Correct Option: B

    NA



  1. Match the Following
    List-I
    (Gear Types)
    List-II
    (Applications)
    A. Worm gears 1. Parallel shafts
    B. Cross helical 2. Nonparallel, gears intersecting shafts
    C. Bevel gears 3. Nonparallel, nonintersecting shafts
    D. Spur gears 4. Large speed ratios










  1. View Hint View Answer Discuss in Forum

    NA

    Correct Option: B

    NA


  1. Spherical roller bearings are normally used









  1. View Hint View Answer Discuss in Forum

    NA

    Correct Option: D

    NA



  1. Starting friction is low in









  1. View Hint View Answer Discuss in Forum

    It is due to thick fluid friction from the start

    Correct Option: A

    It is due to thick fluid friction from the start