B5 - Weekly Assessment - 4

In a power transmission system, what is the function of a gearbox?

• To convert electrical energy to mechanical energy

• To regulate voltage levels

• To change the speed and torque of the output

• To store excess power

What is the role of a belt drive in a mechanical power transmission system?

• To change the speed and torque of the output

• To transfer power between shafts

• To convert electrical energy to mechanical energy

• To store energy

Which type of gear is used to change the direction of rotation in opposite?

• Spur gear

• Worm gear

• Bevel gear

• Helical gear

In a mechanical system, what is the function of a universal joint coupler?

• To allow for angular misalignment between shafts

• To provide high torque transmission

• To convert electrical energy into mechanical energy

• To store energy

In a bevel gear system, what is the angle between the intersecting shafts?

• 45 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 120 degrees

What is the difference between a spur gear and a helical gear?

• Spur gears have curved teeth, while helical gears have straight teeth

• Spur gears have teeth parallel to the axis, while helical gears have teeth at an angle to the axis

• Spur gears are used in high-speed applications, while helical gears are used in low-speed applications

• There is no difference, the terms are interchangeable

What is the primary purpose of a clutch in a mechanical power transmission system?

• To change the speed and torque of the output

• To transfer power between shafts

• To engage or disengage power transmission between two rotating shafts

• To provide high torque transmission

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used root cause analysis technique?

• 5 Whys

• Pareto Analysis

• Fishbone Diagram

• SWOT Analysis

Which root cause analysis tool is also known as the Ishikawa Diagram?

• 5 Whys

• Pareto Analysis

• Fishbone Diagram

• Fault Tree Analysis

What is the primary goal of fault finding?

• Assigning blame to individuals responsible for the problem

• Preventing recurrence of similar issues in the future

• Identifying superficial causes of problems

• Achieving perfection in systems or processes