The Differential
The differential is a vital link in a car's drivetrain, whether it is a front wheel or rear wheel drive vehicle.
It's importance can be illustrated by observing the path that each wheel travels when a car turns. When turning, the outside wheel on each axle must travel farther to reach the same angular position as the inner wheel on the same axle.
In order to travel farther in the same amount of time, it must also travel somewhat faster than the inner wheel.But, if the axle were a solid shaft, each wheel would be forced to travel at the same speed and the car would have great difficulty turning.
It's importance can be illustrated by observing the path that each wheel travels when a car turns. When turning, the outside wheel on each axle must travel farther to reach the same angular position as the inner wheel on the same axle.
In order to travel farther in the same amount of time, it must also travel somewhat faster than the inner wheel.But, if the axle were a solid shaft, each wheel would be forced to travel at the same speed and the car would have great difficulty turning.
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