What is a Clutch?

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Transfers rotary motion of one shaft to the other.Connects and Disconnects engine from driving wheel.Enables smooth vehicle movement.Allows the driver to smoothly change the gears.Protects the drive train.

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•Torque Transmission•Gradual Engagement•Compact Size•Inertia•Ease Of Operation

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Primary ComponentsFlywheelClutch discPressure plateThrowout bearing

Secondary ComponentsPilot bearingRelease fork

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Friction Clutch Fluid Flywheel/ Fluid Coupling

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Principle Of Friction Clutches

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Types of Friction Clutches1) Dog & Spline Clutch

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3) Single Plate Clutch3) Single Plate Clutch

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It consists the arrangement of mechanical or hydraulic components. It consists of clutch pedal, series of linkage rods and arms.

Purpose: Transmits and multiplies the clutch pedal force to fork of the clutch pressure plate.

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