What do you mean by cotter joint?
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A cotter is a flat wedge-shaped piece of steel as shown in figure-4.2. 1.1. This is used to connect rigidly two rods which transmit motion in the axial direction, without rotation. These joints may be subjected to tensile or compressive forces along the axes of the rods.
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Cotter Joint Definition :
Cotter joint is a type of mechanical joint which is used to join two axial rods or bars. It is also known as spigot and socket joint. This joint doesn't allow any angular movements of rods which it connects.
Application
This joint is applicable for tensile loads as well as compressive loads. It is a detachable joints.
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