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Driveshaft

A driveshaft is a mechanical component used to transfer rotational motion and force, or torque, from one component to another. Usually a driveshaft connects a drive motor on one side to the piece of machinery being driven on the other. Driveshafts usually incorportate one or more joings and coupling to assist in carrying the stresses associated with transmitting torque.