A clutch connects and disconnects a driving shaft, such as an engine crankshaft, to a driven shaft that provides output power. It operates using friction between two surfaces - a driving surface connected to the engine and a driven surface connected to the transmission. When the surfaces are engaged, power is transmitted through friction; when disengaged, the surfaces can rotate independently. A clutch allows the vehicle to stop while in gear and smoothly change gears or take off from a stop. It consists of a driving member, driven member, and operating member that engages and disengages the clutch via a pedal or lever.