2.3 - Materials
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a body shell?
💡 Hint: Think about what encases the car.
Name one type of frame used in automobiles.
💡 Hint: Consider traditional structures that support weight.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the primary function of the chassis in a vehicle?
💡 Hint: Think about what holds the car together.
True or False: The differential allows wheels to rotate at different speeds.
💡 Hint: Consider how cars navigate corners.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a small vehicle while considering the integration of a monocoque frame versus a ladder frame. Discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of each in terms of weight, strength, and manufacturing costs.
💡 Hint: Compare weight savings with the cost considerations.
Evaluate how the implementation of advanced clutches like the multi-plate clutch can enhance performance in sports cars as opposed to standard friction clutches in regular vehicles.
💡 Hint: Think about the requirements for speed versus comfort.
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