Microprocessor Controlled Continuously Variable Rubber V-Belt Transmission for an Automobile 820745
The technical advancements in microprocessors and their incorporation in motor vehicles has led to the feasibility of using continuously variable transmissions in automobiles. This paper discusses the design, development and testing of a rubber V-belt continuously variable transmission for a production vehicle. Overall speed ratios in excess of 7.0 were achieved with a hydraulically actuated driver sheave and a spring and cam loaded driven sheave. The drive was controlled with an 8-bit microprocessor which operated in three different control modes. The test results show that the rubber V-belt is viable for automotive use and has potential for improved fuel economy while maintaining good vehicle drivability.
Citation: Srinivasan, K., Houser, D., Kinzel, G., and Mattern, D., "Microprocessor Controlled Continuously Variable Rubber V-Belt Transmission for an Automobile," SAE Technical Paper 820745, 1982, https://doi.org/10.4271/820745. Download Citation
Author(s):
K. Srinivasan, D. R. Houser, G. L. Kinzel, D. L. Mattern
Affiliated:
Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Ohio State Univ
Pages: 12
Event:
Passenger Car Meeting & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Also in:
Continuously Variable Transmissions for Passenger Cars-PT-30
Related Topics:
Continuously variable transmissions
Fuel economy
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