Transverse Key vs Spline Shaft: Efficiency and Design Trade-Offs in Torque Transmission
Abstract This research evaluates transverse keys against various spline connections for torque transfer efficiency. Fine splines demonstrate superior performance overall, while transverse keys offer competitive advantages for narrow hubs and cost-sensitive applications. The findings guide designers in selecting suitable connection types based on torque requirements, manufacturing complexity, and practical constraints.
Authors
- Ján Šteininger (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2969-4902)
- František Brumerčík (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7475-3724)
- Róbert Kohár (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7872-2829)
- Ronald Bašťovanský (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1551-2346)
- Matúš Vereš (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-9469-3016)
- Rudolf Mádaj (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2458-2351)
Institutions
- University of Žilina (SK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Strojnícky časopis/Journal of Mechanical Engineering
- Published
- 2025-11-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2478/scjme-2025-0043
- Primary Topic
- Gear and Bearing Dynamics Analysis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00