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Fluid Coupling
Fluid Coupling
• It is a hydrodynamic
device which is used to
transfer rotational power
from one shaft to another
by the use of a fluid.
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Fluid Coupling
• It is used in automotive
transmission system, marine
propulsion system and in
industries for power
transmission.
• It is used as an alternative
for the mechanical clutch.
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Components
Fluid Coupling
3 Housing cover
Components
Fluid Coupling
Impeller
(housing)
or
• The impeller has (Shell)
numerous straight blades
that rotate as a unit with
the housing.
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Working Principle
Fluid Coupling
Working Principle
Fluid Coupling
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Working Principle
Fluid Coupling
Turbine
• On the same principle the Impeller
fluid coupling works.
Working Principle
Fluid Coupling
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• Thereafter it has a
tendency to be thrust
back toward the center of
both impeller and turbine.
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Advantages
Fluid Coupling
• Absence of direct
mechanical contact.
• No positive
disengagement or
engagement of the drive.
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