Phrase guide

cardan shaft

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A driveshaft with a universal joint at one or both ends.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: engineering, mechanical, mechanical-engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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noun

Meaning 2

Alternative form of cardan shaft.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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History

Etymology

Named after Girolamo Cardano.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Kardanwelle — driveshaft
  • Norwegian Bokmål: kardangaksel — driveshaft
  • Norwegian Bokmål: drivaksel — driveshaft
  • Russian: карда́нный вал (kardánnyj val) — driveshaft
  • Swedish: kardanaxel — driveshaft