crankweb

noun

crankweb

noun

Etymology From crank + web

1

Engineering, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A part of a crankshaft on either side of a connecting rod bearing.

The roller main bearings are mounted on the crankwebs, the outer races being mounted in the annular walls of the crankcase.1958 September 23, “Swindon's First Main-Line Diesel Locomotive”, in Railway Magazine, page 601:

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