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Class 2 (2nd Engineer) MEKG 📅 Jul 2025

Exam Question

With regards to main transmission shaft flange coupling arrangements: (16) 

(a) Sketch a hollow type coupling bolt and the hydraulic head/nut and loading rod which are used to fit it. 

(b) Describe how the bolt is fitted.

(c) State the advantage of the hollow coupling bolt as compared to the traditional type of coupling bolt.

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Reference Answer

### (a) Sketch of Hollow Coupling Bolt and Hydraulic Fitting Tools
A detailed sketch is required, illustrating the following components clearly:
1. **Hollow Coupling Bolt**: Showing the central bore, head, and threaded section.
2. **Hydraulic Nut/Head**: A cylindrical tool that fits over the threaded end of the bolt. It contains a piston and seals to act upon the bolt.

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