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Most essential names of car parts and their functions
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in AutomobileA automobile is a substantial piece of art. An average car contains 30,000 different parts. It’s challenging to remember or even be aware of the names of the countless automotive parts because there are so many of them. Knowing the names of the various automotive parts is really helpful if you’re an engineer or just…
Understanding Limited Slip Differential
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in AutomobileA limited-slip differential (LSD) allows the two output shafts to rotate at different speeds while limiting the maximum difference between them. it is also known as self-locking differential or differential lockout. In this article, you’ll get to know the definition, applications, diagram, types, working, advantages, and disadvantages of Limited slip differential. What is limited-slip differential…
Difference between multi-plate and single-plate clutch
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in AutomobileSingle-plate and multi-plate clutches are the common types of clutches used in automobiles. In this article, you’ll get to know the difference between these two types of clutches and their working. Multi-plate clutch The multi-plate clutch transfers power between the engine shaft and the transmission shaft by contacting the engine flywheel with many clutch plates.…
Understanding Multi plate clutch
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in AutomobileTo transfer power between the engine shaft and the transmission shaft, a multi-plate clutch uses many clutch plates to make contact with the engine flywheel. When large torque output is required, a multi-plate clutch is employed in automobiles and machines. Today you’ll learn the definition, applications, construction, parts, types, working principle, advantages, and disadvantages of…
Understanding Single Plate Clutch
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in AutomobileThere is only one clutch plate in a single plate clutch. A friction principle is used in this clutch. It is the most frequent clutch type seen in automobiles. The clutch is made up of two parts, one of which is fixed on the driving shaft and the other on the driven shaft. The transmission…
Understanding Diaphragm clutch
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in AutomobileAn automobile clutch is a mechanism that guarantees seamless engagement and disengagement of the power transmission shafts, namely the driving and driven shafts. By pressing the clutch pedal, the driver can simply shift gears or slow down the car. When the clutch pedal is depressed, the contact between the driving and driven shafts is broken,…
Understanding Cone Clutch
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in AutomobileA cone clutch is another type of automobile clutch, it serves the same purpose as a disk or plate clutch. However, instead of mating two spinning disks, the cone clutch uses two conical surfaces to transmit torque by friction. When changing gear ratios, it is utilized to engage and release the engine shaft from the…
Understanding the working of Battery ignition system
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in ArticlesThe battery ignition system is used in automobiles with internal combustion engines to ignite the fuel in the spark plug. Just like other types of ignition systems, the battery tends to be one of the most used ones in automotive applications. It produces spark with the spark plug and aid of battery as it is…
Everything you need to know about timing belt or chain
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in AutomobileTwo engine components are interconnected with a timing belt, which is also known as a timing chain, or cambelt. The part synchronizes the rotation of an engine crankshaft and camshaft in order to open and close the engine’s valve at the proper timing to ensure unobstructed combustion. Now you can see the essence of a…
Difference between drive belt and timing belt
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in AutomobileWith the article covering both the drive belt and timing belt, we saw they are related, which made us drop their differences. The two are made of the same material and they use to drive different components in internal combustion engines. Their designs are quite different since their position in the engine is not the…
Things you need to know about a drive belt
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in AutomobileIn an automotive engine, a drive belt also known as a serpentine belt is used to drive various engine components. These components might include a power steering pump, alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor, etc. The belt is often placed on an idler pulley which serves as a guide or a belt tensioner. This is…
Understanding Radiator Pressure Cap
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in AutomobileRadiator cap despite how small, its design is so functional and adds good benefit to the working of an engine cooling system. You, reading this article you’re expected to have knowledge of how automotive cooling system works. If you don’t, we’ve got you covered in a fresh post that you should check out. Most drivers…
Understanding battery used in automobiles
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in AutomobileAs automotive engines require electrical power to rotate their starter motor, the battery must be employed. it is a rechargeable battery that is used to supply electrical current to a vehicle’s electrical components. apart from starting the engine, it’s one of the major components of an automobile charging system, as it stores currently for further…
Understanding Engine Oil Pump
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in AutomobileSurprisingly, the circulation of oil in an internal combustion engine is achieved by the oil pump. The oil pump is a part of an engine lubrication system that pumps oil under pressure. It pumps oil from the sump through the galleries to the rotating bearing, the sliding pistons, and the camshaft of the engine. The…
Understanding the working of flywheel
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in AutomobileA flywheel is one of the most important components of an automobile engine. It’s a mechanical device that is specifically designed for storing rotational energy (kinetic energy). It’s proportional to the square of its rotational speed and mass. What is a flywheel? A flywheel as a weighty wheel requires enough force to rotate on its…
Working and effectiveness of a propeller shaft
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in AutomobileA propeller shaft is a component in automobile engines that transmit power from the gearbox to the differential. it is also used in a boat and flying machine. The shaft is also known as a driveshaft, driving shaft, tail shaft, or even Cardan shaft. What is a Propeller Shaft? Propeller shafts are also said to…