noun
- plural of crankshaft: rotating shafts in engines that convert the up-and-down motion of pistons into rotational motion
Usage: mechanical engineering
Examples
- The mechanic replaced both crankshafts in the twin-engine aircraft.
- Modern crankshafts are made from forged steel for durability.
- The factory produces thousands of crankshafts for automotive manufacturers.
- Damaged crankshafts can cause severe engine problems.
- The engineer designed lighter crankshafts to improve fuel efficiency.
- Quality control tests ensure crankshafts meet strict specifications.