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Control of sequential downshifts in a transmission

US8113989B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 2, 2008
Grant dateFeb 14, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2306/24
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for executing a downshift in a transmission includes starting disengagement of a second control element after starting disengagement of a first element. Disengagement of the second element starts before starting engagement of a fourth element. A third element is forced to synchronous speed by beginning engagement of the fourth element before engaging the third element. Engagement of the third and fourth elements is completed at the end of the downshift.

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