jackshaft
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Example:The interceptor was used to transfer power from the floor-mounted drive shaft to the rear wheels.
Definition:A shaft that is used as a transfer point in the transmission of power from one drive line to another, often used to alter the direction or height of the transfer.
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Example:The driveshaft, which included a jackshaft, was replaced during the routine maintenance.
Definition:A shaft that transmits power from the engine to the wheels for driving. While a driveshaft can be a term for the entire system, sometimes it can also refer to a section that includes a jackshaft.
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