Sr No

Name

Particulars

1

Straight Shaft

A simple, straight rod without any curvature.

Commonly used in various applications where a linear transmission of power or motion is required

2

Stepped Shaft

A shaft with varying diameters along its length.

Used to accommodate different loads or pulley sizes at different sections of the shaft

3

Tapered Shaft

A shaft with a gradual decrease or increase in diameter along its length.

Commonly used in applications where alignment and easy assembly are essential

4

Splined Shaft

Contains ridges or grooves (splines) along its length.

Used for transmitting torque while allowing axial movement or disconnection.

5

Flexible Shaft

Consists of a series of interconnected flexible elements.

Used in applications where flexibility is required, such as remote control systems or certain types of power transmission.

6

Hollow Shaft

Has an empty or tubular centre.

Used to reduce weight or for applications where components need to pass through the shaft

7

Eccentric Shaft

The centerline of the shaft is not aligned with its axis.

Used in applications where a variable stroke or displacement is required, such as in some types of engines.

8

Crankshaft

Converts linear motion into rotational motion or vice versa.

Commonly found in internal combustion engines.

9

Camshaft

Rotates to control the timing and duration of valve opening and closing in an internal combustion engine.

10

Drive Shaft

Transmits torque and rotation from the power source to the driven components, often used in vehicles

11

Axle Shaft

Connects the vehicle's differential to the wheels, transmitting power and supporting the vehicle's weight.

12

Rotor Shaft

Found in rotating machinery like turbines or electric generators, transmitting power to the rotor