What does the 7-speed dual-clutch on a car mean?
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Car's 7-speed dual-clutch refers to two sets of manual transmissions, whose working principle is: one transmission manages 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th gears, while the other transmission manages 2nd, 4th, and 6th gears, with both automatically alternating their operation. The dual clutch is located between the engine and the transmission, acting as a switch for power transmission from the engine to the transmission. It is a transmission mechanism capable of both transmitting and cutting off power. The function of a car's dual-clutch is to ensure smooth starting of the vehicle, reduce the impact load on the transmission gears during gear shifting, and prevent overload of the transmission system. The components of a car's dual-clutch transmission include: the dual clutch, three-shaft gear transmission, automatic gear shifting mechanism, and electronically controlled hydraulic system.