ASSIGNMENT 2: TRANSMISSION BASIC DESIGN & COMPONENTS

ADAM LUQMAN BIN RAHMAT

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1. Mechanic A is likely to be correct. The first speed limiter ring is a transmission component that
synchronizes the speed of the gears so that the gears can mesh smoothly. If the retaining ring is
worn or damaged, it can cause the gears to grind and make it difficult to shift into first gear.
2. Mechanic A is correct. It is recommended to re-center the flywheel when the clutch friction disc
and pressure plate are replaced. This is because the friction material on the clutch disc and pressure
plate wears against the flywheel, and over time this can create grooves and imperfections on the
surface of the flywheel. These imperfections can cause the clutch to slip or chatter, and it can also
make it difficult to shift gears smoothly.
3. Mechanic B is correct. Overdrive ratios provide less torque output than underdrive ratios. This
is because an overdrive gear ratio is less than 1:1, which means that the input gear must turn faster
than the output gear in order to maintain the same vehicle speed. As a result, the torque that is
transferred from the input gear to the output gear is reduced.
4. Mechanic A is correct. A stator plays a crucial role in directing the flow of fluid from the impeller
to the turbine in a centrifugal pump or fan. It is a stationary component typically positioned around
the circumference of the impeller. The stator's vanes or blades are designed to guide the fluid in a
specific direction and with the appropriate velocity, ensuring that the fluid enters the turbine or fan
blades at an optimal angle for efficient energy transfer.
5. Mechanic A is correct. Universal joints must be in phase to prevent vibration. When U-joints
are not in phase, they cause variations in the angular velocity of the driveshaft, which leads to
excessive vibration and noise. This vibration can damage the driveshaft, transmission, and other
components