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3-way differential

Drive each wheel with a hydraulic motor. Each can then be independently be controlled to match conditions at that wheel ie slip etc To have a really good mechanical system will involve LSD's as well. ...
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Why engine oils form emulsions?

Most modern motor oils contain detergent additives, these hold dirt in suspension so that the oil filter can remove them from the lubrication system. This also means that any water in the oil gets ...
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Why engine oils form emulsions?

There are additives to the oil that can emulsify water with oil. Sometimes it helps to spread any water present throughout the oil rather than letting it collect which can help keep water away from ...
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Why engine oils form emulsions?

It's just their physical properties Water and oil are immiscible, meaning they don't mix together when put together, like water and alcohol. So what happens when they are mixed and agitated (like by ...
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Why did the Mythbuster's dimple car get better fuel economy?

This is my layman explanation if how it is supposed to work. At least in wings. So we'll start with the basic premise: The more airflow remains attached to the wing, less drag and the more lift there ...
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Why did the Mythbuster's dimple car get better fuel economy?

The only thing I can think of is maybe there's an area of low pressure directly behind the car and by adding the dimples it is creating turbulent flow that maybe prevents this? That seems like a ...
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