Machine Design Questions and Answers – Belt Tensioning Methods

This set of Machine Design Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Belt Tensioning Methods”.

1. 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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2. 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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3. 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. 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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5. 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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6. Ribbed V belts are very stable and can tolerate some misalignment without any malfunctioning.
a) True
b) False
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7. 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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8. The idler pulley increases the power transmitting capacity of the belt drive.
a) True
b) False
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9. 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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