How Many Types of Automotive Differentials Are There?
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There are six types of automotive differentials: gear-type, limited-slip, twin-worm, center, LSD, and Torsen differentials. The automotive differential is a mechanism that allows the left and right (or upper and lower) drive wheels to rotate at different speeds. It consists of left and right axle gears, planetary gears, and a gear carrier. The function of the automotive differential is to enable the left and right wheels to roll at different speeds when the vehicle turns or travels on uneven road surfaces, ensuring that both drive wheels perform rolling motion. It is designed to adjust the speed difference between the left and right wheels. Based on operational characteristics, automotive differentials are categorized into gear-type differentials and limited-slip differentials.