CLASS : AU-5

AM 09 502 AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION

EXERCISE
A) SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS:
1) What is the function of clutch?
2) How many types of friction clutches are generally used in
automobiles?
3) Mention any two causes for clutch slipping.
4) What is clutch free pedal play?
5) State the requirements of good facing materials.
B) ESSAY TYPE QUESTIONS
1) Explain the construction and working of single plate clutch with neat
sketch.
2) Explain the construction and working of electromagnetic clutch with
neat sketch.
3) Write short notes
a) Centrifugal clutch
b) Semi centrifugal clutch.
4) Compare between diaphragm and coil spring type clutches.
5) Discuss the merits and demerits of multi plate clutches over the
single plate clutches
6) When a wet type multi plate clutch is more preferred to a dry clutch?
7) What are the determining factors of clutch selection?
8) Explain the working of over running clutches and mention its applications.
9) Briefly explain the principle of operation of cone clutch used in automobiles.
10) Discuss the different type of friction materials used for clutch
facing?