Pressure plate: A spring-loaded plate (part of the clutch) which transmits power to the driven (i.e. friction) plate when the clutch is engaged. Related posts: Personnel Management Operative Functions Administrative Role of PM Competency HR Management Role Change Personnel Policies Personnel Procedures Appealed Policies Implied Policies Specific Policies Personnel records Research Pure research Personnel research Attitude or Opinion Survey Turnover Secondary research Applied research Personnel audit Read more articles Previous PostPly rating Next PostPropeller shaft