Clutch calculation
A single plate clutch (2 friction surfaces) can operate at a maximum lining
pressure of 1 MN/m2. The inner diameter is 140 mm, the outer diameter
is 200 mm and the coefficient of friction is 0.5. If the clutch is operating in the
uniform wear mode, what is the maximum torque that can be transmitted and the
required normal force.
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David J Grieve, 13th November 2001.