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⚙️ Open Differential: Equal Torque on a Split Surface (2D top view)

2D top view of an open differential: the shaft torque is split equally between two wheels, so on a split-grip road the wheel on ice spins and limits the traction of the dry wheel. Same drivetrain and tyre model as the 3D page, with torque, acceleration and energy checks.

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2D top view of an open differential: the shaft torque is split equally between two wheels, so on a split-grip road the wheel on ice spins and limits the traction of the dry wheel. Same drivetrain and tyre model as the 3D page, with torque, acceleration and energy checks.

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