What is the function of the axle shaft?

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The function of the axle shaft is: to transmit power. The axle shaft, also known as the drive shaft, is the shaft that transmits torque between the gearbox reducer and the driving wheels. It has a universal joint at each end, connecting to the reducer gear and the inner ring of the hub bearing via splines on the universal joints. The roles of the axle shaft are: 1. To transmit the reaction force and torque from the road surface to the frame through the leaf spring; 2. To act as a brake during vehicle operation. Based on the support type, axle shafts can be classified into: full-floating axle shafts, three-quarter floating axle shafts, and semi-floating axle shafts. Symptoms of a damaged axle shaft include: 1. The vehicle may veer or experience severe shaking; 2. The wheel may detach; 3. Abnormal noises may occur while driving.