Half shaft

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002702",
  "term": "Half shaft",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A component of a vehicle's drivetrain that transmits power from the differential or transaxle to the drive wheels. Also known as a drive axle, it typically consists of a shaft with universal joints or constant velocity (CV) joints at both ends to accommodate suspension movement. Front-wheel drive vehicles have two half shafts.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Halbwelle",
    "es": "semieje",
    "fr": "demi-arbre"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/half-shaft/"
}