A _____ Gives the Inventor the Right to Make a New

question 8

Multiple Choice

A _____ gives the inventor the right to make a new product or use a new process typically for 17 years.

• A)service mark
• B)brand name
• C)patent
• D)trade mark

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Definitions:

Sliding Clutches

Sliding clutches are components in a transmission that allow for the engagement and disengagement of gears during the gear shifting process.

Twin-countershaft

A design feature in transmissions where two countershafts work in parallel to distribute the load and allow for more gear ratios, enhancing performance and durability.

Transmission Assembly

A collection of components that transmit power from a vehicle's engine to its wheels, enabling the vehicle to move.

Range Slipout

A condition where a transmission unexpectedly slips out of a selected drive range into neutral or another range, often due to mechanical failure.