laagritele toetuv pöörlev masinaelement, mis kannab üle pöördemomenti (erinevalt teljest, mis pöördemomenti üle ei kanna) ja toetab temale paigaldatud detaile (hammas-, rihma, hoo- jm rattaid, sidureid jms).
shaft - any long straight part, eg a revolving rod that transmits motion in vehicle engines
spindle - a rod, usually of iron or other metal, serving as an axis upon which, or by means of which, something revolves or is turned round
Guards designed to protect exposed persons against the risks associated with moving transmission parts (such as pulleys, belts, gears, rack and pinions, shafts, etc.) must be: ...
The spindles of the sea inlet and direct suction valves shall extend well above the engine-room platform.
