Project report for Automotive Clutch Plate

The clutch connects the two shafts so they may be locked together and spin at the same speed, locked together but spinning at different speeds, or unlocked and spinning at different speeds. The clutch transmits engine power to the gearbox without interrupting the running of the engine and enables continuous transmission while a gear is selected. In general terms, the wheels need to be disconnected from the engine sometimes because the engine spins all the time, but the wheels do not. In order to disconnect the engine, clutches are used to smoothly engage a spinning engine to a non-spinning transmission. The major factors driving the demand for automotive clutches are increasing vehicle sales, customer inclination towards more convenient modes of transmission which include semi-automatic and fully automated transmission systems, and the increasing demand for sophisticated and reliable electric vehicles.

Clutch is most important part of any Automobile vehicle. The function of this part is to engage or disengage the engine from the transmission line at the will of its Driver. The clutch plate is placed in between the engine and transmission line and operates on the principle of friction.  A clutch is a mechanical device that engages and disengages power transmission, especially from a drive shaft to a driven shaft. The clutch acts as a mechanical linkage between the engine and transmission; and briefly disconnects, or separates the engine from the Transmission system, and therefore the drive wheels, whenever the pedal is depressed, allowing the driver to smoothly change gears. In the simplest application, clutches connect and disconnect two rotating shafts. In these devices, one shaft is typically attached to an engine and other to power unit. While the other shaft provides output power for work and typically the motions involved are rotary, linear clutches are also possible. In a torque-controlled drill, for instance, one shaft is driven by a motor, and the other drives a drill chuck.

The global automotive clutch market reached a value of almost INR 7750 Crores in 2020. The industry is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% over the forecast period of 2021-2026. The automotive clutch market is expected to attain a value of around INR 11180 Crores by 2026, driven by the thriving automotive industry and growing consumer demand for cars. The global automotive clutch market is being driven by the growing automotive industry. The rising living standards and the growing consumer disposable incomes are boosting the sales of automobiles. Further, the growing consumer awareness, and rapid urbanization and industrialization, particularly in the emerging economies, is supporting the growth of the industry globally. The growing investment by the major players and the ongoing research and development activities are expected to enhance the industry growth. The rapid advancement in technology and new product launches will provide further impetus to the industry growth. Moreover, the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and semi-automatic or fully automatic transmission systems in automobiles is expected to aid the industry growth over the forecast period. The favorable government policies regarding the production of electric vehicles will propel the market growth.