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Double clutch transmission for a hybrid electric vehicle and method for operating the same

US7604565B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 10, 2006
Grant dateOct 20, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/19014
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A double clutch transmission is described that ideally changes torque received from an engine and a motor by providing an optimal layout in power transmission scheme and motor location. Such a double clutch transmission is optimally adapted to a hybrid electric vehicle, and an optimal operation method for such a double clutch transmission is also provided, overcoming inefficiency in application of a conventional CVT to an HEV.

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