MDE 18 Q1

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Question 3:
What potential issue can arise if engine vibration is not adequately damped in a system with a friction clutch?

B) Decreased engine power

D) Enhanced engine performance

A) Improved fuel economy

C) Increased risk of mechanical damage to the gearbox and clutch

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Question 5:
What is a common feature of a dual-mass flywheel that aids in vibration damping?

A) A rigid connection between the two masses

D) An additional gearbox housing

C) A hydraulic fluid chamber

B) A spring-loaded mechanism between the two masses

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Question 1:
Why is it important to damp vibration from an engine connected to a gearbox via a friction clutch?

B) To reduce wear and tear on engine and gearbox components

C) To increase the engine’s power output

A) To enhance fuel efficiency

D) To improve the aesthetic appearance of the engine bay

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Question 4:
How does vibration damping in a friction clutch system contribute to driver comfort?

B) By providing smoother gear shifts and reducing engine shudder

A) By reducing engine noise

C) By increasing the engine’s acceleration

D) By improving fuel injection precision

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Question 1:
How is vibration damping typically achieved in an engine connected to a gearbox via a friction clutch?

D) By using a higher engine RPM

B) By incorporating a dual-mass flywheel in the clutch assembly

C) By installing an external vibration absorber on the engine

A) By using a fixed flywheel with no dampening features

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Question 2:
What role does the clutch damper play in vibration control?

D) It regulates engine exhaust emissions

A) It increases engine power output

B) It filters contaminants from the engine oil

C) It absorbs and reduces vibrations transmitted through the clutch

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Question 2:
What is one of the primary functions of a friction clutch in dampening engine vibration?

D) To regulate the engine’s exhaust emissions

A) To increase engine speed

B) To provide a smooth engagement and disengagement of the engine and gearbox

C) To filter contaminants from the engine oil

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Question 3:
Which component in a friction clutch system helps to minimize torsional vibrations from the engine?

B) Clutch release bearing

A) Clutch plate

C) Clutch damper springs

D) Clutch pedal

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Question 5:
Which of the following components is commonly used to damp engine vibrations in a friction clutch system?

A) Flywheel

C) Turbocharger

B) Radiator

D) Fuel pump

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Question 4:
How does the design of a friction clutch contribute to vibration damping?

A) By using a lightweight clutch plate

D) By increasing the number of clutch plates

B) By incorporating a friction material with high thermal conductivity

C) By utilizing a combination of friction and damping mechanisms in the clutch assembly

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