Machine Design
In replacing the V-belts, a complete set of new belts is used instead of replacing a single damaged belt because

Belts are available in sets
New and old belts will cause vibrations
The new belt will carry more than its share and result in short life
Only one belt cannot be fitted with other used belts

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Machine Design
For same pulley diameters, center distance, belt speed and belt and pulley materials,

Crossed belt drive transmits more power than open belt drive
Power transmission does not depend upon open and crossed types of constructions
Open belt drive transmits more power than crossed belt drive
Open and crossed belt drives transmit same power

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Machine Design
In cross or regular lay ropes

Wires in two adjacent strands are twisted in opposite direction
Direction of twist of wires in strands is opposite to the direction of twist of strands
Direction of twist of wires and strands are same
Wires are not twisted

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