Six-speed dual-clutch transmissions having planetary gear sets with two interconnecting members
US6852059B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2200/2097
- 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, two fixed interconnections, and one grounded planetary gear member. The invention provides a low content multi-speed dual clutch transmission mechanism wherein the input clutches alternately connect the engine to realize odd and even number speed ratio ranges. The 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. Further, two of the torque transmitting mechanisms and one of the input clutches may be replaced with two input clutches, thereby reducing content.
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