Clutches in a hydraulic transmission system are essential components that enable the engagement and disengagement of the motion transmission between two shafts while they are rotating. Unlike joints, which permanently connect shafts, clutches allow on/off control of the power delivered to a pump or actuator.
In the hydraulic industry, wet or dry clutches are often used, activated hydraulically, pneumatically, or mechanically. They are crucial for protecting the system from overload, allowing the engine to start without load, and for smooth and safe power delivery control, finding application in pumps, winches, and industrial transmissions.
