differential mechanism introduce

The power of a car engine is transmitted through the clutch, gearbox, and transmission shaft, and finally to the drive axle, which is then distributed left and right to the half axle drive wheels. On this power transmission path, the drive axle is the last assembly, and its main components are the main reducer and differential. One type of transmission can transmit rotational motion from one shaft to two shafts, A differential mechanism that allows the latter to rotate at different speeds. It is generally composed of gears. The differential on cars and tractors is located inside the rear axle and consists of a differential housing, planetary gears, and half shaft gears [1] The function of a reducer is to reduce speed and increase torque. This function is completely achieved through the meshing between gears, which is relatively easy to understand. However, differential is relatively difficult to understand. What is differential and why is it necessary to have a "differential"? The differential of a car is the main component of the drive axle. Its function is to transmit power to both half axles while allowing them to rotate at different speeds, ensuring that the two wheels travel unevenly in a pure rolling manner as much as possible, reducing friction between the tires and the ground. This adjustment of the differential is automatic, which involves the principle of minimum energy consumption, That is to say, all objects on Earth tend to be in the state of least energy consumption. For example, if you put a bean into a bowl, the bean will automatically stay at the bottom of the bowl and never stay on the wall, because the bottom of the bowl is the position with the lowest energy (potential energy), and it will automatically choose to be stationary (with the least kinetic energy) instead of constantly moving. Similarly, the three-dimensional effect wheel will also automatically approach the state with the lowest energy consumption when turning, Automatically adjust the speed of the left and right wheels according to the turning radius. When turning, due to the sliding and dragging phenomenon of the outer wheel and the sliding and turning phenomenon of the inner wheel, the two driving wheels will generate two additional forces in opposite directions. Due to the principle of minimum energy consumption, the speed of the two wheels will inevitably be different, which will disrupt the balance relationship of the three. It will be reflected on the half shaft gear through the half shaft, forcing the planetary gear to rotate and accelerating the speed of the outer half shaft, The speed of the inner half axle slows down, thereby achieving a difference in the speed of the two wheels on both sides. If the drive wheels on both sides of the drive axle are rigidly connected by a single axle, the two wheels can only rotate at the same angle. Therefore, when the car turns to drive, due to the outer wheel moving a greater distance than the inner wheel through the differential schematic diagram, the outer wheel will experience slippage while rolling, while the inner wheel will experience slippage. Even if the car is driving in a straight line, It can also cause wheel slippage due to uneven road surfaces or uneven tire rolling radii (tire manufacturing errors, different wear, uneven load or air pressure). When the wheel slides, it not only intensifies tire wear, increases power and fuel consumption, but also makes the car difficult to turn and brake performance worse. To minimize wheel slippage, In terms of structure, it is necessary to ensure that each wheel can rotate at different angles. Axle to axle: Usually, the driven wheels are supported by bearings on the main shaft to rotate at any angle, while the driving wheels are rigidly connected to two half shafts, and a differential is installed between the two half shafts. This differential is also called an axle to axle differential. For off-road vehicles with multi axle drive, in order to enable each drive axle to rotate at different angular speeds and eliminate the sliding of the driving wheels on each axle, Some are equipped with an axle differential between the two drive axles)

The replacement method for the Fit differential is as follows

The replacement method for the Fit differential is as follows: 1. Install the reducer assembly onto the reverse gear; 2. Remove the retaining nut that fixes the differential bearing cover and remove the locking plate; 3. Remove the bearing cover and differential bearing nut, and remove the assembly of the differential; 4. Finally, replace the differential with a new one

BMW 6 Series introduce

The BMW 6 Series is a car specially designed by BMW Germany for sophisticated drivers. It was introduced in 1976 and discontinued in 1989. During this period, its sales reached 86000 units, making it the most successful box car in BMW's history After a 14 year hiatus, BMW decided to revive the 6 Series and once again enter this large luxury sports car market, showcasing the core concept of the BMW 6 Series in GT racing, combining the advantages of sports cars and luxury RVs The previous models of BMW's sporty two door cars have also perfectly achieved this integration. In terms of exterior design, the 6 Series maintains the typical dynamic style of BMW Coupe, with a long hood, low roof lines, and front and side skirts giving the car a dynamic and elegant posture. To distinguish it from other models, the headlights, engine cover, radiator grille, and front air vents have all been redesigned. By introducing new elements such as LED brake lights in the tail light design, in addition to greatly reducing reaction time, the size and brightness can be adjusted according to different environments. The BMW v8 engine provides power for the 6 Series. BMW is known for its advanced technological development, and a series of LED brake lights have been introduced. The application of high-tech projects has maintained BMW's leading position in the automotive industry. The 6 Series has also adopted many advanced scientific research achievements. The new 6 Series has a body length of 4820mm and a width of 1800mm, which is even wider than the 5 Series. Such a large body shape will inevitably increase the weight of the body, and excessive body weight will greatly affect the acceleration and handling of the 6 Series. Therefore, BMW has used a large amount of aluminum alloy and composite materials on the body of the 6 Series, In order to achieve the goal of reducing weight, carbon fiber reinforced plastic materials are 50% lighter than steel and 35% lighter than aluminum, which can effectively reduce the weight of the vehicle body. The rigidity is three times that of other materials in the central control area (10 sheets), and the collision resistance and safety are quite good, which has always been an ideal material for the automotive industry. However, due to the lack of stamping equipment, carbon fiber used to be produced manually. BMW has developed a set of stamping equipment with a self weight of 200 tons and a pressure of 1800 tons, which is the world's first mass-produced carbon fiber roof, and has begun trial use on the new 6 series. The 6 series also uses an overhead display (hud) system that is only available on aircraft, which can directly display some important information. Projected onto the windshield of the car, including navigation direction, speed, and active cruise control display. The core functions related to driving in the car are operated through the i-drive controller and buttons attached to the steering wheel, but the i-drive control button is placed on the right side of the gear lever and requires arm extension to reach. Other secondary functions and comfort equipment control are arranged in a distance that is easily accessible to the other (2) cars and front seat passengers, Very convenient. Users can also choose a panoramic glass roof that is much larger than a regular electric sunroof, allowing more sunlight to enter the luxurious interior of the car. Dynamic driving and active steering systems are optional equipment for the 6 Series, which can greatly eliminate the body roll caused by vehicle turning and increase the comfort of passengers inside the car. The active steering system, on the other hand, changes the steering ratio based on the vehicle speed through a stepper motor. At lower speeds, the steering sensitivity increases, and larger wheel turns can be achieved by turning the steering wheel at a smaller angle. This situation is very useful for drivers driving on urban roads or parking and turning around. As the speed increases, the steering becomes more sensitive. Accurate, ensuring driving stability and comfort. The BMW 6 Series engine is equipped with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) systems. In addition, the Driving Dynamics Control (DDC) technology used in the BMW M3 and M5 models is also used in the new 6 Series, which is controlled through a "SPORT" button located on the center console The DDC function can increase the sensitivity of the throttle response, improve acceleration ability, and provide a more direct response to the power assisted steering mechanism, thereby increasing the driving pleasure of the driver. In terms of power, there is also the option to choose a sequential manual transmission (SMG), which can be changed by the paddles on the steering wheel or the gear lever. As for the interior, we have always trusted BMW. The 6 Series adheres to BMW's consistent style, perfectly combining luxury and practicality. The bright colors are more in line with its sporty characteristics, and there are multiple configurations to choose from. As a representative of luxury cars, the BMW 6 Series [2] also has many commendable features. In terms of sound configuration, the new BMW 6 Series is equipped with 8 features. A hi fi sound system with speakers, 9 space seats, and 6 CDs create a home theater effect