Continuously variable transmission
US6949049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H63/067
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A continuously variable transmission for use in rotationally or linearly powered machines and vehicles. The transmission provides a simple manual shifting method for the user. Further, the practical commercialization of traction roller transmissions requires improvements in the reliability, ease of shifting, function and simplicity of the transmission. The continuously variable transmission may be employed in connection with any type of machine that is in need of a transmission. For example, the transmission may be used in (i) a motorized vehicle such as an automobile, motorcycle, or watercraft, (ii) a non-motorized vehicle such as a bicycle, tricycle, scooter, exercise equipment or (iii) industrial equipment, such as a drill press, power generating equipment, or textile mill.
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