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Method for smoothing skip up-shifts in automatic/semi-automatic mechanical transmission system

US4913269A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 3, 1989
Grant dateApr 3, 1990
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2710/1005
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for smoothing skip up-shifts in an automated mechanical transmission system (10) without requiring direct sensing of the rotational speed of the engine (14) is provided. The method involves delaying re-engagement of the master clutch (16) after engagement of a selected transmission ratio (E) during a skip up-shift by a period of time (T) directly proportional to the number (N) of ratios skipped and/or a function of the identity of the newly engaged ratio.

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