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Definition: HOOKE'S JOINT

Part of SpeechDefinition
Expression1. A universal joint.[Websters].

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

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Common Expressions: HOOKE'S JOINT

ExpressionsDefinition
Hooke's jointA universal joint. Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary.

Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.

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Specialty Expressions: HOOKE'S JOINT

ExpressionsDomainDefinition
Hooke's jointMechanical EngineeringA "universal joint" is a movable permanent coupling (= articulation) permitting angular displacements of a shaft. The "Cardan joint" is a universal joint consisting of two forks integral with the shafts, and connected to one another by an intermediate member which carries four pins at right angles to each other. Source: European Union. (references)

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