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This paper describes the NV5600, a versatile, six-speed, 120mm center distance, rear-wheel-drive manual transmission which provides reliable performance for light and medium duty trucks. Targeted applications include large displacement gasoline (V8, V10, etc.) and high torque turbo diesel engines. The NV5600 is a robust product, providing high mileage design reliability. The transmission is readily adaptable to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) packaging requirements and is available in both 2WD and 4WD models. This new product offering is a 1998 model year production transmission program at New Venture Gear.

The influence of sintering parameters on mechanical properties of three different sinterhardenable grades of powder has been studied. Dimensional change, hardness, strength, and microstructure of specimens were evaluated in different sintering conditions, such as temperature, belt speed, and cooling rate. Conclusions were used to convert a major line of sprockets from a traditional mold, sinter, size, and quench process to a cost effective mold and sinterhard one. Mechanical tests, such as crush tests and engine tests were performed on real parts manufactured using both processes, confirming the validity and the benefits of this conversion.