Understanding Car Gearboxes

Manual gearbox = Requires manual shifting by the driver Automatic gearbox = Shifts gears automatically without driver intervention CVT gearbox = Offers seamless gear ratio changes without distinct gear shifts Dual-clutch gearbox = Utilizes two separate clutches for faster gear changes

Input shaft = Receives power from the engine Output shaft = Transfers power to the wheels Counter shaft = Connects multiple gears within the gearbox Synchromesh = Facilitates smooth engagement of gears during shifting

Large driving gear - Small driven gear = Higher torque, lower speed Small driving gear - Large driven gear = Lower torque, higher speed Equal-sized gears = Balanced torque and speed Gear ratio less than 1 = Increases speed at the expense of torque

<p>Sequential gearbox = Commonly used in racing cars for quick and precise gear changes Planetary gearbox = Found in automatic transmissions and hybrid vehicles for efficient power distribution Spur gearbox = Utilized in applications requiring high torque transmission at low speeds Worm gearbox = Ideal for applications needing high reduction ratios and self-locking features</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gear ratio = The relationship between the numbers of teeth on two meshing gears Clutch = Device used to engage and disengage power transmission between the engine and gearbox Synchronizer ring = A mechanism that helps equalize speeds between gears before engagement Differential = Component that allows wheels to rotate at different speeds while receiving equal torque</p> Signup and view all the answers