Noun
/pˈaʊər teɪk ˈɔf ˈkʌplɪŋ/
A power take-off coupling, commonly abbreviated as PTO coupling, is a mechanical device used to transfer power from an engine or motor to an implement or accessory (e.g., agricultural equipment, pumps, etc.). It connects the output shaft of the engine to another machine that performs work, facilitating the transfer of power without the need for belts or chains.
Power take-off couplings are frequently used in industrial and agricultural contexts and can be referred to in both oral and written speech, though they are more commonly found in technical documentation, specifications, and discussions among professionals in relevant fields.
The farmer installed a new power take-off coupling to connect his tractor to the seeder.
(Фермер установил новое соединение привода для подключения своего трактора к сеялке.)
The machine's efficiency was improved by replacing the old power take-off coupling with a modern model.
(Эффективность машины улучшилась после замены старого соединения привода на современную модель.)
Understanding how the power take-off coupling works is essential for anyone operating heavy machinery.
(Понимание того, как работает соединение привода, необходимо для всех, кто управляет тяжелой техникой.)
While "power take-off coupling" is not frequently used in idiomatic expressions, it is important in technical jargon within specific industries. However, here are some idiomatic expressions involving the word "power":
Power struggle
The company is facing a power struggle between its executives.
(Компания сталкивается с борьбой за власть между своими руководителями.)
Power trip
She seems to be on a power trip since her promotion.
(Она, похоже, наслаждается властью после повышения.)
Hold the power
In negotiations, they hold the power to dictate the terms.
(На переговорах они имеют власть диктовать условия.)
Power play
His aggressive behavior was just a power play to assert dominance.
(Его агрессивное поведение было просто игрой на власть, чтобы утвердить свое превосходство.)
Absolute power corrupts absolutely
This saying explains how holding absolute power can lead to corruption.
(Эта пословица объясняет, как обладание абсолютной властью может привести к коррупции.)
The term "power take-off" dates back to the early 20th century, originating from the field of mechanical engineering and agriculture, where machines began to incorporate devices that could take power from a tractor or engine for auxiliary use. "Coupling" refers to the act of linking two components together, derived from the Middle English "couple," meaning to join.
This term is crucial within machinery operation and is integral to discussions on mechanical power transfer dynamics.