Construction and operation of a single-disc friction clutch.
The single disc clutch is the most common type of clutch. The principle of its operation is as follows: At the end …
Friction clutches - the most commonly used
Friction clutches - the most commonly used.
In cars, friction clutches are most often used. The principle of operation of the clutch is as follows: To the rotating …
Types of clutches in cars
Types of clutches in cars.
We distinguish between friction clutches, which transmit power via the friction between its discs and hydraulic clutches, that pass the drive thanks …
Clutch mechanism - tasks, principle of operation
Clutch mechanism - tasks, principle of operation.
The clutch, we call the mechanism, which transmits the rotary motion from the engine crankshaft to the gearbox and further drive mechanisms of the car. …
Activities for bleeding the hydraulic brake system
Activities for bleeding the hydraulic brake system.
The bleeding itself is performed by two people. One of them works on the bleed nipple, and the other, sitting behind the wheel, presses …
Bleeding the hydraulic brake system
Bleeding the hydraulic brake system.
Before bleeding the hydraulic brakes, it is important to:
- replenish the fluid in the master cylinder to the required level,
- unscrew or remove the plug …
Typical faults and malfunctions of particular types of brakes
Typical faults and malfunctions of particular types of brakes.
The brakes used in motor vehicles most often suffer from the following disadvantages: oily brake shoes, misalignment of brake pedal play, air in …
The principle of operation of the vacuum assisting mechanism
The principle of operation of the vacuum assisting mechanism.
The principle of operation of the vacuum assisting mechanism, connected to the engine pickup. If the brake pedal is released, the inside of the cylinder is connected to …
Braking assist mechanisms used in the trailer
Braking assist mechanisms used in the trailer.
The effectiveness of the hydraulic brakes is limited by the physical abilities of the driver. To brake a large truck or bus, driver must use …
Overrun brakes of trailers called overrun brakes
Overrun brakes of trailers called overrun brakes.
Some trailers, especially used in agriculture, are equipped with mechanical brakes, called overrun brakes. The principle of their operation is …