What is the main function of the clutch?
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The main functions of the clutch are: 1. Ensuring smooth vehicle startup; 2. Enabling smooth gear shifting in the transmission; 3. Preventing overload in the drivetrain. Clutches are categorized into electromagnetic clutches, magnetic particle clutches, friction clutches, and hydraulic clutches. The clutch is a common component in mechanical transmission systems, allowing the drivetrain to be engaged or disengaged as needed. The working principle of the clutch involves the transmission of torque generated by the engine to the driven plate through the friction between the flywheel, pressure plate, and the contact surface of the driven plate. When the driver depresses the clutch pedal, the mechanism causes the diaphragm spring's large end to move the pressure plate backward, separating the driven part from the driving part.