Couplings, Gear Trains, and V-Belts: Machine Connections and Couplings
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
This program covers how one way drivers connect to driven equipment. You will learn about the special advantages and problems associated with couplings, and their adjustment and preventive maintenance requirements. This course will walk you through the causes and control of misalignment, end float, surges in torque, and the different basic types of rigid and flexible couplings.
Target Audience
Operations personnel who require a fundamental understanding of knowledge to operate and maintain facilities. Also suitable for maintenance and technician personnel whether new to their roles or seasoned experts looking to enhance their skills.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Define work, energy, force, and torque.
- Describe how machines are connected to one another.
- Describe the two types of rigid couplings.
- Describe how shaft alignment is maintained.
- Identify how machines become misaligned.
- Describe the purpose and function of flexible couplings.
- Define end float, including its causes.
- Describe the purpose of gear couplings.
- Describe how couplings can be used to cushion torque.
- Identify when to use couplings with removable centers.
- Identify which couplings require lubrication.
