Torsion (Twisting Force) (Leaving Cert Engineering): Quizzes
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What type of motion does torsion primarily involve?
What type of motion does torsion primarily involve?
Twisting motions
How many twisting forces are involved in torsion?
How many twisting forces are involved in torsion?
Two
In which directions do the twisting forces act in torsion?
In which directions do the twisting forces act in torsion?
Different directions
What does torsion create within a material?
What does torsion create within a material?
Internal stresses
What stress pattern does torsion create in a component?
What stress pattern does torsion create in a component?
Spiral pattern
Which automotive component commonly experiences torsion forces?
Which automotive component commonly experiences torsion forces?
Drive shafts
What do drive shafts transfer in a car?
What do drive shafts transfer in a car?
Rotary power
Which components do drive shafts connect?
Which components do drive shafts connect?
Engine to wheels
When a car drives uphill, what creates opposing force on the drive shaft?
When a car drives uphill, what creates opposing force on the drive shaft?
Resistance from gravity
What material property helps resist torsion forces?
What material property helps resist torsion forces?
Shear strength
Which is an engineering consideration for torsion?
Which is an engineering consideration for torsion?
Material selection
How does torsion differ from tension or compression?
How does torsion differ from tension or compression?
Creates spiral stress patterns