Machine Design
A closely coiled helical spring is acted upon by an axial force. The maximum shear stress developed in the spring is τ. The half of the length of the spring if cut off and the remaining spring is acted upon by the same axial force. The maximum shear stress in the spring in new condition will be

4 τ
2 τ
τ
τ/2

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Machine Design
When a belt drive is transmitting maximum power,

Effective tension is half of centrifugal tension
Effective tension is equal to centrifugal tension
Driving tension on tight side is twice the centrifugal tension
Driving tension on slack side is equal to centrifugal tension

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