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What is the composition of a differential?

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StKhloe
07/25/2025, 12:33:39 AM

The differential is composed of left and right axle gears, two planetary gears, and a gear carrier. The differential is a mechanism that allows the left and right or front and rear drive wheels to rotate at different speeds. The main function of the differential is to enable the left and right wheels to roll at different speeds when the car is turning or driving on uneven roads, ensuring that both drive wheels perform pure rolling motion. The differential is installed to adjust the speed difference between the left and right wheels. In four-wheel drive systems, to drive all four wheels, they must be connected. If all four wheels are mechanically connected, the car cannot rotate at the same speed when driving on curves. To ensure that the car's rotational speed is basically consistent during curve driving, a center differential is added to adjust the speed difference between the front and rear wheels.

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