UNIVERSAL PROPELLER SHAFT DRIVE Russian patent published in 1997 - IPC

FIELD: mechanical engineering; rotation transmitting devices. SUBSTANCE: propeller shaft drive has two shafts with universal joints on ends for connection with driving and driven shafts. Propeller shaft of drive are interconnected by splines. Splines of one of shafts are made elongated to provide constant engagement when geometric parameters of drive change. Driving and driven shafts are connected with universal joints by means of flange couplings. Description of design versions of flange couplings is provided. EFFECT: improved reliability of operation. 13 cl, 5 dwg