Device classification: hydraulic coupling Identify the correct category for a hydraulic coupling used between prime mover and driven machine. Choose the correct category.
Mechanical Engineering
Hydraulic Machines
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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APower absorbing machine
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BPower developing machine
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CEnergy transfer (power transmitting) machine
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DEnergy generating machine
Answer
Correct Answer: Energy transfer (power transmitting) machine
Explanation
Concept
- A hydraulic (fluid) coupling transfers torque hydrodynamically from input to output without changing the energy form; it does not create (develop) or primarily absorb power.
ThereforeIt is an energy transfer / power transmitting device.
Final AnswerEnergy transfer (power transmitting) machine.