Laurens Landkroon (asker) Apr 18, 2017:

Thanks guys for the replies. I guess Henk's answer would fit here.

Henk Sanderson Apr 16, 2017:

Afbeelding asprop http://www.rolluikstore.nl/asprop-8k60.html

Michael Beijer Apr 16, 2017:

hmm, wonder if this is relevant: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drive_shaft

"A drive shaft, driveshaft, driving shaft, propeller shaft (prop shaft), or Cardan shaft is a mechanical component for transmitting torque and rotation, usually used to connect other components of a drive train that cannot be connected directly because of distance or the need to allow for relative movement between them."