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Continuously variable transmission (CVT) offers many advantages to vehicle performance over traditional transmission technologies. A novel cam based CVT was proposed in US patent # 4,603,240, by J. Klovstad and J. Fortune [1], which has a cam input to drive an angle dependent, clutch actuated output shaft. Based on the patented CVT, a kinematic simulation, utilizing three dimensional CAD software was performed, creating a visualization and analysis model to ascertain system performance and feasibility. This article describes the mechanism created, limitation of the modeling software and the approach utilized to overcome these limitations. The resultant motion is then analyzed to ascertain the performance of the mechanism and determine the viability of the design concept. Key improvements to the system are proposed to the design, based on system performance through this analysis.

The purpose of this paper is to introduce a new potential assembly technology for polyamide intake manifold manufacture. In this paper we will outline the current assembly methods, introduce adhesive bonding as an alternative assembly method, and demonstrate a validation methodology for this new technology. To demonstrate the viability of this new technology, a design of experiments was conducted and the results of which shall be shared.