What is the name of a key that fits into a curved slot machined on a shaft and can pivot within it?

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26 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

A woodruff key is designed to fit into a semi-circular recess on a shaft, allowing it to tilt or pivot slightly. This feature distinguishes it from other keys such as feather keys, flat saddle keys, gib head keys, and hollow saddle keys, which have different shapes and mounting methods.

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