Why do we use solid shafts for transfer of power in case of
pumps/ turbines & other machines why we use a hollow shaft
(pipe) in universal joints of automobiles; although the
rated load and twist is approx. the same?

Answer Posted / gurpreet singh

because at core point of shaft,shear stress is zero,and this
part does not play any role to take load.

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