MDE Unit 18 friction clutch

With reference to an engine connected to a gearbox via a friction clutch, explain EACH of the following:
(a) why vibration from the engine should be damped;(7)
(b) how vibration damping is achieved.(3)

MDE Unit 18 Q1 MDE Unit 18 Q1 Quiz

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Sketch a hydraulically operated, multi-plate, friction clutch, labelling the main components.(10)

MDE Unit 18 Q2 MDE Unit 18 Q2 Quiz

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With reference to friction clutches, state EACH of the following:
(a) THREE advantages of a wet clutch;(3)
(b) THREE disadvantages of a wet clutch;(3)
(c) ONE advantage of multiple plates;(1)
(d) THREE disadvantages of multiple plates.(3)

MDE Unit 18 Q3 Quiz

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