Which of the following statements is true concerning the coupling shown in the illustration? Illustration SE-0001
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — It can be used to connect the main turbine to the high-speed pinion.
Gear-type flexible couplings are engineered to connect the high-speed turbine rotor shafts to the respective high-pressure and low-pressure reduction pinions, compensating for thermal growth and slight shaft misalignments during operation.
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