What is the principle of a car differential?
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The principle of a car differential is: The central drive shaft transmits the power from the transmission (manifested as rotational speed) to the differential. The differential, through its associated mechanism, slightly reduces the speed of the slower wheel and correspondingly increases the speed of the faster wheel. The magnitude of the increase and decrease is equal. This allows the inner and outer wheels to rotate at different speeds when the vehicle turns. Here are the extended functions of a differential: 1. Transmit the power generated by the engine to the wheels; 2. Act as the main reduction gear of the car, reducing the speed of the drivetrain before transmitting the power to the wheels; 3. Allow the two wheels to rotate at different speeds when the car turns, enabling the wheels to rotate at varying speeds.