Family of six-speed dual-clutch transmissions having four planetary gear sets and three brakes
US6746357B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2200/2064
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The family of transmissions has a plurality of members that can be utilized in powertrains to provide at least six forward speed ratios and one reverse speed ratio. The transmission family members include four planetary gear sets, two input clutches, eight torque transmitting mechanisms, and three fixed interconnections. The invention provides a low content multi-speed dual-clutch transmission mechanisms wherein the two input clutches alternately connect the engine to realize odd and even number speed ratio ranges. The eight torque transmitting mechanisms provide connections between various gear members, the fixed interconnections, the input clutches, the output shaft, and the transmission housing, and are operated in combinations of three to establish at least six forward speed ratios and at least one reverse speed ratio. One of the eight torque transmitting mechanisms may be eliminated to realize five forward speed ratios and at least one reverse speed ratio.
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