MCQs on Belt Tensioning Methods
1 - Question
Is it possible to remove the slack from the belt?
a) Yes
b) No
c) It can be done but at the cost of strength
d) None of the listed
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Answer: a
Explanation: A short length of belt is cut to remove slack provided it is not an endless belt.
2 - Question
A ribbed V belt is a negative drive.
a) Yes
b) No, it’s a positive drive
c) Zero drive
d) None of the listed
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Answer: b
Explanation: It is a positive drive.
3 - Question
The cross section of V belt consist of rubber backing to help engagement of teeth with sprocket.
a) Yes
b) No, it is used for protection
c) There is no rubber packing
d) None of the listed
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4 - Question
Ribbed V belt is not generally recommended as the output speed keeps fluctuating.
a) True
b) No, it is generally recommended
c) No variation in output speeds
d) None of the listed
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Answer: b
Explanation: There is no variation in output speed in case of ribbed V belts.
5 - Question
The ribbed V belts don’t require any type of lubrication like V belts.
a) True
b) Intense lubrication is required
c) No belts require any lubrication
d) Ribbed V belts can be operated with or without lubrication
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Answer: a
Explanation: Ribbed V belts are free from lubrication problem.
6 - Question
Ribbed V belts are very stable and can tolerate some misalignment without any malfunctioning.
a) True
b) False
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Answer: b
Explanation: Ribbed V belts are very sensitive.
7 - Question
Toothed belt is preferred over ribbed V belt.
a) Yes
b) No
c) They both imply to same thing
d) None of the listed
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Answer: c
Explanation: Toothed belt and ribbed V belt is same thing.
8 - Question
The idler pulley increases the power transmitting capacity of the belt drive.
a) True
b) False
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Answer: a
Explanation: Idler pulley increases the arc of contact which further increases the power transmitting capacity.
9 - Question
Adjusting screw can be used for adjusting belt tension?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Distance can never be changed
d) None of the listed
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Answer: a
Explanation: Adjusting screw varies the distance between electric motor and bedplate.