A vast majority of cars rely on single plate friction clutches which will be explained in this article. One of its components is the flywheel which is connected to the engine crankshaft. The flywheel is coated with a friction surface on one side. A clutch disc equipped with 2 frictional surfaces is brought in contact with the flywheel. In general, if the friction surface of the flywheel comes in contact with the friction surface of the clutch disc, The clutch disc will start rotating along with the flywheel. Clutch Disc: The clutch disc is made of several parts such as: A hub that is fixed to the clutch disc. The hub has internal teeth that are engaged with the transmission … Continue reading Single Plate Clutch