Is the Tucson's dual-clutch dry or wet?
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The Tucson's dual-clutch is dry. The clutch is a component that ensures smooth vehicle starting and seamless gear shifting. The clutch disc is a composite material primarily designed for friction, while also meeting structural performance requirements. Friction materials in automobiles are mainly used for manufacturing brake friction pads and clutch discs. The working principle of the clutch is as follows: 1. Disengagement when the clutch is depressed: When starting the vehicle, the driver depresses the clutch, causing the clutch pedal to pull the pressure plate backward, separating it from the friction disc. At this point, the pressure plate and the flywheel are not in contact, eliminating relative friction. 2. Full engagement when the clutch is not depressed: During normal driving, the pressure plate tightly presses against the friction disc on the flywheel, resulting in maximum friction between the pressure plate and the friction disc. The input and output shafts maintain relative static friction, rotating at the same speed. 3. Semi-engagement when the clutch is partially depressed: The friction between the pressure plate and the friction disc is less than in full engagement. The pressure plate and the friction disc on the flywheel are in a sliding friction state, with the flywheel rotating faster than the output shaft. This allows partial power transmission from the flywheel to the gearbox. In this state, the engine and the drive wheels are in a sort of flexible connection.
