Powertrains Differential Applications

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PowertrainsDifferential Applications

• By Lauren Graham

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Objective

• To expand your understanding of the
• differentials function within the powertrain
• and what its used for.

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Powertrain
Dictionary Def An assembly of gears and
associated parts by which power is transmitted
from an engine to a driving axle.
Made up of

• Differential
• Transmission
• Engine
• Drive Shaft
• Wheels

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Differential
Functions

• Engine power to wheels
• Gear reduction
• Changes rotation speed of tires
• Reduces strain on vehicle

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Application

• different types of differentials are ideal for
  different situations
• Most everyday automobiles use open differentials
• O ff-roading uses limited slip differentials
• Racing uses limited slip differentials

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References
http//www.plastics-car.com/s_plasticscar/sec_inne
r.asp?CID480DID1426
http//dictionary.reference.com/search?r2qpower
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http//auto.howstuffworks.com/differential7.htm
http//web.mit.edu/2.972/www/reports/differential/
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http//www.scania.com/about/environment/powertrain
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Jason Wong