Exploring Driveshafts and CV Joints in Automotive Systems

Exploring Driveshafts and CV Joints in Automotive Systems

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Life Skills

6th - 10th Grade

Easy

Created by

Ethan Morris

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of a driveshaft in a light vehicle?

To increase fuel efficiency

To reduce vehicle weight

To transmit torque from the transmission to the wheels

To cool the engine

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material is not used for constructing propeller shafts?

Plastic

Carbon fiber composite

Aluminium alloy

Steel

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are universal joints not required in vehicles with very little to no angle change between the final drive and transmission?

Because of the use of steel shafts

Due to the use of carbon fiber

Because the tail shaft remains relatively straight

Due to the high rotational speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most common type of universal joint needing repair or replacement?

Pivot joint

Ball joint

Hinge joint

Cardan joint

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes velocity fluctuations in a universal joint?

The type of lubricant used

Changes in temperature

The material of the shaft

The angle through which it transmits torque

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a slip joint in a driveshaft?

To increase torque

To accommodate movement and suspension travel

To improve fuel efficiency

To reduce weight

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do manufacturers minimize driveline vibrations in long wheelbase vehicles?

By shortening the driveshaft

By increasing the number of universal joints

By using lighter materials

Through the use of a center bearing

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