PRESENTED BY ASHEEM KUMAR PALO Centurion University, INDIA PURPOSE
Allows flexing of the driveshaft due to suspension
movement.
For better torque transmission at different angles
and heights TYPES OF UNIVERSAL JOINTS • Variable velocity joint I. Cross or spider type II. Ring type III. Ball & turnion type
• Constant velocity joint
I. Rzeppa II. Bendix weeiss III. Tracta CONSTRUCTION A steel ‘X’ with each end precision machined. Bearings caps with small needle bearings fit over each end. Grooves for retaining rings are cut into each cap. A grease fitting is fitted to allow for regular lubriciation. LOCATION One universal joint is attached to the driveshaft at each end.
The front u-joint is also attached to a slip yoke which
fits into the tailstock of the transmission.
Some heavy duty vehicles with a two-piece shaft
have three u-joints
Some older 4 wheel drive vehicles have a u-joint at
each front wheel also. PROBLEMS
Universal joints wear from high mileage and a lack of
regular lubrication. Dry u-joints rust and seize, causing noises and vibration. Excessively worn u-joints can break, causing costly damage. UNIVERSAL JOINTS THANK YOU
Bearings And Bearing Metals: A Treatise Dealing with Various Types of Plain Bearings, the Compositions and Properties of Bearing Metals, Methods of Insuring Proper Lubrication, and Important Factors Governing the Design of Plain Bearings