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Continuous variable transmission control system

US4893526A · kind A · utility

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27Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 17, 1987
Grant dateJan 16, 1990
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Expiry dateSep 17, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2710/0677
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A continuous variable transmission (CVT) for a vehicle provided with an internal combustion engine. The engine is provided with an actuator which is mechanically disconnected from an accelerator pedal and is used for electrically operating a throttle valve so that a desired torque is obtained. A target value of a speed of the input shaft of the CVT is calculated in accordance with a target engine horsepower or driving torque. A feedback system for the CVT is provided for obtaining the target input shaft speed, and a sensor is provided for detecting an intake air amount or intake pressure. A target value of the engine torque is calculated from the target horsepower or driving torque and actual speed of the input shaft or actual speed ratio. A feedback system responsive to the intake air amount or intake pressure is provided for providing a feedback signal for obtaining the target torque.

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