The friction force in the clutch works just like the blocks in the frication section of brake, except that the spring presses on the clutch plate instead of weight pressing the block into the ground.

离合器的摩擦力和制动器的摩擦力起一样的作用，不同的是压在地面上的重压力变成了离合器中弹簧压在离合器盘上的压力。

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The amount of force the clutch can hold depends on the friction between the clutch plate and they flywheel, and how much force the spring puts on the pressure plate.

离合器能传递的力的大小取决于离合器盘和飞轮之间的摩擦系数，以及弹簧对压盘的压紧力的大小。

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As the driver lets loose the clutch pedal, spring pressure increase on the clutch parts. Friction between the parts also increases.

一旦驾驶员松开离合器踏板，弹簧力就迅速作用在离合器上，摩擦力就随之增加。

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