Is a Hollow Driveshaft Stronger Than a Solid One?

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A hollow driveshaft can be stronger than a solid one under certain conditions, but this claim requires more context to be validated. Factors such as material properties, design, and application play significant roles in determining strength. Simply stating that a hollow driveshaft is stronger without additional information is misleading. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the specific circumstances that affect driveshaft performance. Overall, the strength comparison between hollow and solid driveshafts is not straightforward and depends on various engineering considerations.
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i was told that hollow driveshaft on a car is stronger than a solid driveshaft...somebody know why ??
 
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Don't believe everything you're told. Without more information, that statement by itself is false.

What other information do you think you would need to include to make the statement true?
 
berkeman said:
Don't believe everything you're told. Without more information, that statement by itself is false.

What other information do you think you would need to include to make the statement true?

Well said.
 

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