Определение universal joint в Английский Язык Английский Язык словарь
A coupling that allows different parts of a machine not in line with each other some freedom of movement at the same time as transmitting rotary motion
coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions; "in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps
A joint or coupling that allows parts of a machine not in line with each other limited freedom of movement in any direction while transmitting rotary motion. Also called universal coupling. a part in a machine, at the point where two other parts join together, that can turn in all directions
(Otomotiv) Couplings located at either end of the driveshaft on a rearwheel drive vehicle that allow the shaft to move freely, without affecting the more rigid transmission shaft, and to absorb the movement of the axle and wheels. Also called U-joints. On cars with transverse engines, these are called constant velocity joints