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What (who) is female rod coupling tap - definition
SMALL METALLIC ROD CONNECTING DRIVING WHEELS OF A LOCOMOTIVE
Side rod; Coupling rods
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Coupling rod
A coupling rod or side rod connects the driving wheels of a locomotive. Steam locomotives in particular usually have them, but some diesel and electric locomotives, especially older ones and shunters, also have them.
coupling rod
¦ noun a rod which couples the driving wheels of a locomotive, enabling them to act as a unit.
Coupling
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MECHANICAL CONNECTION BETWEEN TWO OBJECTS
Gear coupling; Oldham coupler; Oldham coupling; Oldham joint; Elastic coupling; Double-slider coupling; Slider coupling; Muff coupling; Beam coupling; Couplings; Shaft coupling; Tapered shaft lock; Power Lock; Keyless shaft locking device; Flexible coupling; Diaphragm coupling
·p.pr. & ·vb.n. of Couple.
II. Coupling ·noun The act of bringing or coming together; connection; sexual union.
III. Coupling ·noun A device or contrivance which serves to couple or connect adjacent parts or objects; as, a belt coupling, which connects the ends of a belt; a car coupling, which connects the cars in a train; a shaft coupling, which connects the ends of shafts.
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Coupling rod
A coupling rod or side rod connects the driving wheels of a locomotive. Steam locomotives in particular usually have them, but some diesel and electric locomotives, especially older ones and shunters, also have them. The coupling rods transfer the power of drive to all wheels.
