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Multi-speed transmission gear and clutch arrangement

US8632435B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2012
Grant dateJan 21, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2200/2048
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A transmission includes an input member, an output member, at least four planetary gear sets, a plurality of coupling members and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. Each of the planetary gear sets includes first, second and third members. The torque transmitting devices include clutches and brakes that are actuated in various combinations to establish a plurality of forward gear ratios and a reverse gear ratio.

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