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Resolving a non-commanded neutral state in a clutch-to-clutch transmission

US7608012B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2006
Grant dateOct 27, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2061/1224
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of controlling a clutch-to-clutch transmission. The method includes detecting transmission slip speed that exceeds a predetermined amount for a predetermined time period. Based on the detecting, a shift of a gear ratio of the transmission is forced. When this method is implemented in a vehicle, loss of driver control of the vehicle can be prevented in the event of a non-commanded neutral condition in the transmission.

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