Machine Design
The ends of the leaves of a semi-elliptical leaf spring are made triangular in order to

Permit each leaf to act as an overhanging beam
Make M/I constant throughout the length of the leaf
Obtain variable moment of inertia (I) in each leaf
Have variable bending moment (M) in each leaf

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Machine Design
A compound belt drive is used when

Shafts are arranged parallel and rotate in the same directions
Shafts are arranged parallel and rotate in the opposite directions
Shafts are arranged at right angles and rotate in one definite direction
None of these

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