The differential is a device that splits power between 2 wheels.
O diferencial é um dispositivo que divide a força entre duas rodas.
As a car drives straight, its wheels will travel the same distance and rotate at the same speed.
Quando um carro esta na reta, as suas rodas percorrem a mesma distancia e rodam na mesma velocidade.
When a car turns, the outside wheels will follow a longer path around the curve.
Quando o carro vira, as rodas externas percorrem uma trajetória maior na curva.
If the inside and outside wheels were connected by a mechanically solid axle, they would force each other to rotate at the same speed.
Caso a roda interna e externa são conectadas por um eixo mecânico fixo. elas vão forçar uma a outra para rodar na mesma velocidade
The speed difference between the wheels on the shorter, inside path and the wheels on the longer, outside path would result in tire wear, poor handling, and if the traction of the tires were too great, the axle itself could be damaged.
A diferença de velocidade da roda na trajetória interna curta e da trajetória externa longa, vai causar um desgaste dos pneus, prejudique o controle. Isso pode até danificar o eixo caso a tração dos pneus for maior.
Automobiles can have several types of differentials; Open, Limited-Slip, and Locking.
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An open differential lets either wheel spin at any speed traction allows.
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The majority of cars on the road have this kind of differential.
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A limited slip differential has either viscous liquid or small clutch packs to allow power to go to the wheel with traction while the other wheel is spinning without traction.
not required
This type of differential is mostly seen on sports cars.
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A locking differential uses a mechanical connection to lock or unlock both wheels.
not required
The only usual application for this is off-roading in trucks or SUVs.
