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09-02-2012 дата публикации

Speed change control system for transmission of vehicle

Номер: US20120035015A1
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

To provide a control system for carrying out a speed change operation of a geared transmission mechanism continuously by controlling a continuously variable transmission mechanism. A continuously variable transmission mechanism configured to increase and decrease speeds of a first and a second output discs simultaneously, and a geared transmission mechanism configured to change a speed change ratio stepwise are connected in series. The output discs are connected individually with intermediate shafts. The control system is adapted to synchronize a rotational speed of a switching mechanism and a rotational speed of a member to be engaged with the switching mechanism, by tilting a rolling member when carrying out a speed change in the geared transmission mechanism thereby increasing a rotational speed of one of the intermediate shaft while decreasing a rotational speed of the other intermediate shaft (at steps S 3 , S 4 and S 5 ).

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21-03-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY AND/OR INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20130072340A1

An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, the input shaft is adapted to supply a lubricant to the interior of the transmission. In some embodiments, a stator assembly is coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft. The IVT has a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly. The planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, a traction ring is operably coupled to the planets. The WT is provided with a housing that is operably coupled to the traction ring. The housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. The traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. In some embodiments, the IVT is provided with a lubricant manifold that is configured to supply a lubricant to the input shaft. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a longitudinal axis , the CVT comprising:a plurality of planets arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the CVT, each planet having a through bore that forms a tiltable axis of rotation of the planet;a main axle arranged along the longitudinal axis of the CVT; anda lubricant manifold coupled to the main axle, wherein the lubricant manifold is adapted to supply lubricant to the main axle.2. The CVT of claim 1 , further comprising a stator assembly operably coupled to the planets claim 1 , wherein the stator assembly is concentric with the longitudinal axis of the transmission.3. The CVT of claim 1 , further comprising a shift rod arranged in a central bore of the main axle.4. The CVT of claim 3 , wherein the shift rod is adapted to supply the lubricant to the interior of the CVT.5. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the lubricant manifold comprises:a substantially circular body having a central bore;a flange extending from the circular body, the flange concentric with the central bore, wherein one side of the flange ...

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS FOR CLAMPING FORCE GENERATION

Номер: US20130079191A1
Автор: Lohr Charles B.

Mechanisms and methods for clamping force generation are disclosed. In one embodiment, a clamping force generator system includes a permanent magnet bearing coupled to a traction ring and to a torque coupling. The traction ring can be provided with an electromagnetic bearing rotor and the torque coupling can be provided with an electromagnetic bearing stator. In some embodiments, a mechanical load cam, a permanent magnet bearing, and an electromagnetic bearing cooperate to generate a clamping force between the traction rings, the power rollers, and the idler. In other embodiments, a series of permanent magnet bearings and a mechanical bearing configured to produce a clamping force. In one embodiment an electromagnetic bearing is coupled to a control system and produces a specified clamping force that is associated with a torque transmitted in the transmission during operation. In some embodiments, a mechanical load cam produces a clamping force proportional to torque, while a permanent magnet bearing provides a minimum clamping force. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a plurality of spherical power rollers in contact with a support member , a first traction ring , and a second traction ring , the CVT comprising:at least one mechanical load cam; anda permanent magnet bearing operably coupled to the mechanical load cam.2. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the permanent magnet bearing is coupled to the second traction ring.3. The CVT of claim 2 , wherein the permanent magnetic bearing is coaxial with the second traction ring.4. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the mechanical load cam is coupled to the first traction ring.5. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the mechanical load cam is adapted receive a rotational power.6. The CVT of claim 1 , further comprising a second mechanical load cam coupled to the permanent magnet bearing claim 1 , the second mechanical load cam coupled to the second traction.7. The CVT of claim 6 , wherein the permanent magnetic bearing is ...

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18-04-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130095977A1

A continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a main shaft configured to support and position various components of the CVT. Shift cam discs cooperate with ball-leg assemblies to shift the transmission ration of the CVT. Load cam discs, a torsion disc, rolling elements, and a hub cap shell are configured to generate axial force, transmit torque, and manage reaction forces. In one embodiment, a splined input shaft and a torsion disc having a splined bore cooperate to input torque into the variator of the CVT. Among other things, various ball axles, axle-ball combinations, and reaction force grounding configurations are disclosed. In one embodiment, a CVT having axial force generation means at both the input and output elements is disclosed. 1. An input torque system for a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having an input disc arranged along a longitudinal axis of the CVT , an output disc arranged along the longitudinal axis , a plurality of balls arranged between , and in contact with , the input disc and the output disc , each ball provided with an adjustable tiltable axis of rotation , each ball in contact with an idler , the idler located radially inward of the balls , the idler arranged between the input disc and the output disc , the input torque system comprising:an input shaft having a splined flange;a torsion disc having a splined bore;a spring coupled to the torsion disc;wherein the torsion disc is configured to fasten one end of the spring so as to facilitate the adjustment of an axial pre-load between the balls, the input disc, the output disc, and the idler; andwherein the splined flange and splined bore are adapted to couple together operationally to transmit torque from the input shaft to the torsion disc.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the splined flange comprises at least two splines.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the splined flange comprises a key seat for receiving a key adapted to transfer torque to the input shaft.4. The system ...

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130102434A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT. In another embodiment, a control system includes a stator plate configured to have a plurality of radially offset slots. Various inventive traction planet assemblies and stator plates can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include planet axles configured to cooperate with the stator plate. In one embodiment, the stator plate is configured to rotate and apply a skew condition to each of the planet axles. In some embodiments, a stator driver is operably coupled to the stator plate. Embodiments of a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) comprising:a plurality of traction planets arranged angularly about a longitudinal axis of the CVT;a first stator coupled to the each of the traction planet assemblies, the first stator provided with a plurality of radially off-set slots, the first stator configured to guide the traction planet assemblies; anda stator driver assembly coupled to the first stator, the stator driver assembly coaxial to the first stator.2. The CVT of claim 1 , further comprises a second stator coupled to each of the traction planet assemblies claim 1 , the second stator having a plurality radial slots adapted to couple to the traction planet assemblies.3. The CVT of claim 2 , wherein the first stator is adapted to rotate with respect to the second stator.4. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the stator driver assembly comprises a planetary gear set.5. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the stator driver assembly comprises a pulley.6. The CVT of claim 2 , wherein the stator ...

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02-05-2013 дата публикации

Electromotive drives

Номер: US20130106258A1
Автор: Donald C Miller
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

A transmission having a plurality of tilting balls and opposing input and output discs provides an infinite number of speed combinations over its transmission ratio range. The transmission provides multiple powerpaths and can be combined with electrical components to provide motor/generator functionality, which reduces the overall size and complexity of the motor and transmission compared to when they are constructed separately. In one embodiment, rotatable components of a continuously variable transmission are coupled separately to an electrical rotor and to an electrical stator so that the rotor and stator rotate simultaneously in opposite directions relative to one another. In other embodiments, an electrical rotor is configured to transfer torque to or from a disc that is in contact with a plurality of speed adjusters, while an electrical stator is configured to transfer torque to a shaft that is operationally coupled to the speed adjusters via an idler.

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Operating a Driveline System

Номер: US20130123065A1
Автор: Michael P. Bujold
Принадлежит: Orbital Traction Ltd

Systems and methods for operating a driveline system are disclosed and include a step-variable transmission. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is coupled between an input source and the step-variable transmission. The CVT receives a first torque from the input source and outputs a second torque. The CVT has a plurality of planetary members in rolling contact with an inner race and an outer race. A radial distance between the planetary members and a drive-transmitting member corresponds to a transmission ratio of the CVT.

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

Steerable units as a frictional surface between objects

Номер: US20130130864A1
Автор: Ronald George Watts
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed are steerable units that enable the variability of the friction force's magnitude and direction by using rolling contacts, in which the angle of the rolling contacts with respect to the surface containing the steerable unit can be controlled, as an object's frictional surface. This allows an object to adjust the direction and magnitude of the force it transfers through friction and also allows the received frictional force's direction and magnitude to be varied by the receiving object's rolling contacts. Also disclosed are applications of the steerable units in various machines.

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06-06-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM HAVING A CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130139531A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for a refrigeration system having a compressor operably coupled to continuously variable accessory drive (CVAD). In one embodiment, the refrigerant is adapted to cool the CVAD. In another embodiment, the refrigerant is configured to actuate a change in operating condition of the CVAD. A change in operating condition of the CVAD can be based at least in part on the thermodynamic state, such as pressure or temperature, of the refrigerant. In one embodiment, a skew-based control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVAD. In another embodiment, a skew-based control system includes a skew actuator coupled to a carrier member. In some embodiments, the skew actuator is configured to rotate a carrier member of a CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A refrigeration system having an evaporator , an expansion valve , and a condenser , the refrigeration system comprising:a compressor in fluid communication with the evaporator, the expansion valve, and the condenser;a continuously variable transmission (CVT) operably coupled to the compressor, the CVT adapted to provide a power input to the compressor;a CVT cooling system operably coupled to internal components of the CVT, the CVT cooling system in fluid communication with the compressor, the evaporator, the expansion valve, and the condenser.2. The refrigeration system of claim 1 , further comprising a working fluid hydraulically coupled to the evaporator claim 1 , the expansion valve claim 1 , the condenser claim 1 , and the compressor claim 1 , wherein the working fluid is operably coupled to the CVT cooling system.3. The refrigeration system of claim 1 , wherein the working fluid receives heat from the CVT cooling system during operation of the refrigeration system.4. The refrigeration system of claim 3 , wherein the CVT cooling system comprises a heat exchanger in fluid ...

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06-06-2013 дата публикации

INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, METHODS, ASSEMBLIES, SUBASSEMBLIES, AND COMPONENTS THEREFOR

Номер: US20130143708A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for infinitely variable transmissions (IVT) having a variator provided with a plurality of tilting spherical planets. In one embodiment, a variator is provided with multiple planet arrays. In another embodiment, a hydraulic system is configured to control the transmission ratio of the IVT. Various inventive idler assemblies and planet-pivot arm assemblies can be used to facilitate adjusting the transmission speed ratio of an IVT. Embodiments of a transmission housing and bell housing are adapted to house components of an IVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the IVT to support operation and/or functionality of the IVT. Various related devices include embodiments of, for example, a control feedback mechanism, axial force generation and management mechanisms, a control valve integral with an input shaft, and a rotatable carrier configured to support planet-pivot arm assemblies. 1. A drivetrain comprising:a power source; a first plurality of traction rollers;', 'a second plurality of traction rollers;', 'a carrier operationally coupled to the first and the second plurality traction rollers; and', 'wherein the carrier is configured to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the infinitely variable variator;, 'an infinitely variable variator coupled to the power source, the infinitely variable variator comprisinga hydraulic system configured to control the transmission ratio of the infinitely variable variator; andwherein the hydraulic system is configured to be in fluid communication with the carrier.2. The drivetrain of further comprising:an input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the infinitely variable variator, the input shaft coupled to the carrier;a planet axle coupled to each traction roller, wherein the traction rollers are adapted to rotate about a planet axis substantially coaxial with the planet axles.3. The variator of claim 2 , ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

Continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20130146406A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a shift rod that cooperates with a shift rod nut to actuate a ratio change in a CVT. In another embodiment, an axial force generating mechanism can include a torsion spring, a traction ring adapted to receive the torsion spring, and a roller cage retainer configured to cooperate with the traction ring to house the torsion spring. Various inventive idler-and-shift-cam assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. Embodiments of a hub shell and a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed.

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRIC TRACTION DRIVES

Номер: US20130190123A1
Автор: Pohl Brad P
Принадлежит:

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for electric traction drives employing a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a variator provided with a plurality of tilting traction planets and opposing traction rings. In one embodiment, an electric traction drive is provided with an electromotive device configured to transfer power to or from a traction sun of a CVT. In other embodiments, an electric traction drive is provided with an electromotive device that couples to certain components of a CVT such as a traction ring, a carrier assembly, and a main axle. Various inventive shifting assemblies having shift cams and shift cam cages can be used to facilitate adjusting the transmission speed ratio of a CVT. Various related devices include embodiments of, for example, a power input apparatus, a speed ratio shifter, a shift cam actuator, a shift nut, and a carrier assembly configured to support the tilting traction planets. 1. An electric traction drive comprising:a plurality of traction planets distributed radially about a longitudinal axis of the electric traction drive, each traction planet configured to rotate about a tiltable axis;a first traction ring in contact with the traction planets;a rotatable traction sun coaxial about the longitudinal axis and positioned radially inward of and in contact with each of the traction planets;a second traction ring in contact with the traction planets; andan electromotive device operably coupled to the second traction ring, the electromotive device comprising an electric motor winding and an electric rotor, wherein the electric motor winding and the electric rotor are configured to rotate in opposite directions on axes coincident with the longitudinal axis.2. The electric traction drive of claim 1 , further comprising a traction sun shaft coupled to the traction sun claim 1 , the traction sun shaft coupled to the electromotive device.3. The electric traction drive of claim ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130190125A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a carrier assembly to facilitate the support of components in a CVT. In another embodiment, a carrier includes a stator support member and a stator interfacial member. In some embodiments, the stator interfacial member is configured to interact with planet subassemblies of a CVT. Various inventive planet subassemblies and idler assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to have a sliding interface with a carrier assembly. Embodiments of a hub shell, a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A transmission comprising:a plurality of planet assemblies arranged angularly about, and on a plane perpendicular to, a longitudinal axis of the transmission, each planet assembly having a leg;a plurality of stator interfacial inserts arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis, wherein each leg is configured to slidingly couple to each of the stator interfacial inserts; anda stator support member mounted coaxially with the longitudinal axis, the stator support member configured to couple to each of the stator interfacial inserts.2. The transmission of claim 1 , further comprising an axle arranged along the longitudinal axis and coupled to the stator support member.3. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein the stator support member comprises:a generally cylindrical body having a central bore;a plurality of insert support slots arranged angularly about, and extending radially from, the central bore; anda plurality of stator support extensions arranged coaxial with the ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Tilting ball variator continuously variable transmission torque vectoring device

Номер: US20130190131A1
Принадлежит: Dana Ltd

A torque vectoring device is provided. The torque vectoring device includes a drive member engaged with a power source, a plurality of spherical adjusters configured to be tiltable and rotatable with respect to the drive member, a first output frictionally engaged with the spherical adjusters, and a second output frictionally engaged with the spherical adjusters. A torque distribution between the first output and the second output may be adjusted by tilting the plurality of spherical adjusters. The spherical adjusters also facilitate a differential action between the first output and the second output.

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24-10-2013 дата публикации

Continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20130281256A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

A variable speed transmission having a plurality of tilting balls and opposing input and output discs is illustrated and described that provides an infinite number of speed combinations over its transmission ratio range. The use of a planetary gear set allows minimum speeds to be in reverse and the unique geometry of the transmission allows all of the power paths to be coaxial, thereby reducing overall size and complexity of the transmission in comparison to transmissions achieving similar transmission ratio ranges.

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130288844A1
Автор: Thomassy Fernand A
Принадлежит:

Components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT) having a control system adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT are described. In one embodiment, a control system includes a stator plate configured to have a plurality of radially offset slots. Various traction planet assemblies and stator plates can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include planet axles configured to cooperate with the stator plate. In one embodiment, the stator plate is configured to rotate and apply a skew condition to each of the planet axles. In some embodiments, a stator driver is operably coupled to the stator plate. Embodiments of a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. 1. A method of supporting a plurality of traction planets of a continuously variable transmission (CVT) , each traction planet having a tiltable axis of rotation , the method comprising the steps of:providing a first stator plate having a plurality of radially offset slots, the radially offset slots arranged angularly about a center of the first stator plate;operably coupling each of the traction planets to the first stator plate;providing a second stator plate having a plurality of radial slots, the radial slots arranged angularly about the center of the second stator plate; andoperably coupling the traction planets to the second stator plate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first stator plate is configured to rotate relative to the second stator plate.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first stator plate is substantially non-rotatable about a main drive axis of the CVT.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second stator plate is substantially non-rotatable about a main drive axis of the CVT.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a shift stop extension is located on the first stator plate claim 1 , the ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20130288845A1
Автор: Kliewer Joe
Принадлежит: ORBITAL TRACTION LIMITED

A variable transmission device and method are disclosed. The variable transmission device comprises: radially inner and outer races, each comprising two parts spaced along an axis; planetary members arranged in rolling contact with said inner and outer races; a transmission ratio controller operable to vary a separation along said axis of said two parts of one of said inner and outer races resulting in a radial displacement of said planetary members to vary a transmission ratio; and a clamping force controller coupled to at least one of said two parts of another of said inner and outer races and to an input shaft, said clamping force controller comprising opposing surfaces operable rotate relative to each other in response to a torque applied to said input shaft, at least one of said opposing surfaces being defined by a ramp having a non-linear lead profile, said relative rotation of said opposing surfaces causing a non-linear change in separation along said axis of said two parts of said another of said inner and outer races to accommodate said radial displacement of said planetary members and to control clamping forces applied between said planetary members and said inner and outer races proportionately to said torque applied to said input shaft and said different transmission ratios. Providing a non-linear ramp enables the clamping force generated between the races and the planets to be varied dependent on the transmission ratio of the device. Accordingly, rather than simply generating a clamping force which is proportionate to the torque applied to the input shaft, the clamping force generated is proportionate to both the input torque and the transmission ratio of the device. In this way, only the required amount of clamping force is generated, which is suited to the particular transmission ratio of the device. This helps to ensure that the loading on the components is reduced, the amount of friction and heat generated within the device is minimised which ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20130288848A1
Принадлежит:

Components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT) having a variator provided with a plurality of tilting, traction planets and traction rings are described. In one embodiment, a variator is coupled to a rangebox to provide multiple operating modes. In another embodiment, a hydraulic system is configured to control the transmission ratio of the variator and the rangebox. Shift-cam-and-sun subassemblies can be used to facilitate shifting of the transmission ratio of a CVT. A transmission housing and bell housing can be adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Related devices include, for example, a pivot arm, a control feedback mechanism, axial force generation and management mechanisms, a control valve integral with an input shaft, a pivot pin hub, and a rotatable carrier configured to support planet-pivot arm assemblies. 1. A transmission comprising:a plurality of traction rollers;a carrier assembly operably coupled to the traction rollers; a load cam having bidirectional load cam ramps, and', 'a traction ring having bidirectional load cam ramps;, 'an input element configured to transfer torque to the traction rollers, the input element comprisingan output element configured to transfer torque from the traction rollers;a shifter assembly configured to adjust an axis of rotation of the traction rollers;a hydraulic system operably coupled to the shifter assembly; anda lubrication system configured to provide lubricant to at least the traction rollers.2. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein the hydraulic system comprises at least one hydraulic piston.3. The transmission of claim 2 , wherein the shifter assembly comprises at least one shift cam claim 2 , and wherein the at least one hydraulic piston is operationally coupled to the at least one shift cam.4. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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07-11-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130296096A1
Принадлежит:

The invention is concerned with a continuously variable transmission incorporating a variator of the type having at least two co-axial races (D1-D4) between which drive is transferred at a continuously variable variator ratio. The variator races are mounted for rotation about a variator shaft (). The transmission has a layshaft () which is laterally separated from the variator shaft. It has two epicyclic gears. A splitter epicyclic () has an input member driven from the transmission input () and two output members arranged respectively to drive the layshaft and the variator shaft. A recirculater epicyclic has first and second input members for coupling respectively to the variator shaft and to the layshaft and a recirculater output member. An arrangement of clutches is provided for selectively engaging any of at least three regimes. In one regime the recirculater output member drives the transmission output. In another the layshaft drives the transmission output. In a third, the variator shaft drives the transmission output. The arrangement of the components is such that the variator shaft is co-axial with the transmission output, the recirculater epicyclic, a first coupling, between the recirculater output member and the transmission output, which serves to drive the transmission output in the first regime, and a second coupling, between the variator shaft and the transmission output, which serves to drive the transmission output in the third above-mentioned regime. 117-. (canceled)18. A unit for attachment to a continuously variable host transmission in order to provide the transmission with an additional regime , the unit comprising a rotary final transmission output , a first rotary input engageable with a first output of the host transmission , a second rotary input engageable with a second output of the host transmission , and an arrangement of gearing and clutches for selectively connecting the final transmission output to at least one of the first and second ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20130310214A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable accessory drives (CVAD). In one embodiment, a skew-based control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVAD. In another embodiment, a skew-based control system includes a skew actuator coupled to a carrier member. In some embodiments, the skew actuator is configured to rotate a carrier member of a CVT. Various inventive traction planet assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include legs configured to cooperate with the carrier members. In some embodiments, a traction planet assembly is operably coupled to the carrier members. Embodiments of a shift cam and traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A skew actuator for a continuously variable accessory drive (CVAD) having a skew control system , the skew actuator comprising:a hydraulic piston coupled to the CVT;a hydraulic control valve in fluid communication with the hydraulic piston; anda spool actuator coupled to the hydraulic control valve, the spool actuator configured to adjust the hydraulic control valve based at least in part on a desired skew condition of the CVT.2. The skew actuator of claim 1 , wherein the hydraulic control valve comprises a housing and a spool claim 1 , the housing configured to translate with respect to the spool.3. The skew actuator of claim 1 , wherein the hydraulic piston is operably coupled to a first carrier member of the CVAD claim 1 , the first carrier member comprising a plurality of radially offset slots formed in the first carrier member and arranged angularly about a longitudinal axis of the CVAD.4. The skew actuator of claim 1 , further comprising a pump in fluid communication with the hydraulic control valve.5. ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

Continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20130324344A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Inventions are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one aspect, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT. A control system includes a control reference nut coupled to a feedback cam and operably coupled to a skew cam. In some cases, the skew cam is configured to interact with carrier plates of a CVT. Various inventive feedback cams and skew cams can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some transmissions described, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to cooperate with the carrier plates. In some cases, a neutralizer assembly is operably coupled to the carrier plates. A shift cam and a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are described.

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, METHODS, ASSEMBLIES, SUBASSEMBLIES, AND COMPONENTS THEREFOR

Номер: US20130331218A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for infinitely variable transmissions (IVT). In one embodiment, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of an IVT. In another embodiment, a control system includes a carrier member configured to have a number of radially offset slots. Various inventive carrier members and carrier drivers can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of an IVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include planet axles configured to cooperate with the carrier members. In one embodiment, the carrier member is configured to rotate and apply a skew condition to each of the planet axles. In some embodiments, a carrier member is operably coupled to a carrier driver. In some embodiments, the carrier member is configured to couple to a source of rotational power. Among other things, shift control interfaces for an IVT are disclosed. 1. An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a longitudinal axis , the IVT comprising:a main shaft arranged along the longitudinal axis, the main shaft provided with a plurality of helical splines;a plurality of traction planet assemblies arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis;a first carrier member coupled to each of the traction planet assemblies, the first carrier member provided with a plurality of radially off-set slots, the first carrier member configured to guide the traction planet assemblies;a second carrier member coupled to each of the traction planet assemblies, the second carrier member provided with a plurality of radial slots, wherein the first and second carrier members are coupled to a rotational power source; and a shift fork having a pivot pin off-set from the longitudinal axis;', 'a carrier driver nut operably coupled to the shift fork, the carrier driver nut having an inner bore configured to engage the helical splines of the main shaft, the carrier driver nut configured to rotate about the longitudinal ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140011619A1
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Embodiments are directed to a front end accessory drive (FEAD) and power modulating devices (PMD) which can be used in a FEAD. In one embodiment, a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is coupled directly to a crankshaft of a prime mover, and the CVT is used to regulate the speed and/or torque delivered to an accessory. A compound drive device includes a motor/generator subassembly cooperating with a CVT subassembly to provide a motor functionality with torque multiplication or division, or alternatively, a generator functionality with torque multiplication or division. In some embodiments, a FEAD includes a PMD having a sun shaft configured to couple to a sun of the PMD and to an electric motor component, such as an electrical armature or an electrical field. In one embodiment, the electrical armature the electrical field are placed concentrically and coaxially and configured to rotate relative to one another in opposite directions. 1. A power modulating device comprising:a plurality of spherical planets;a sun in contact with the spherical planets;an electrical armature operably coupled to the sun;an electrical field mounted coaxially about and concentrically with the electrical armature; andfirst and second traction rings in contact with the plurality of spherical planets.2. The power modulating device of claim 1 , wherein the electrical armature and the electrical field are configured such that both the electrical armature and the electrical field are capable of rotation about an axis that is coaxial with the electrical armature.3. The power modulating device of claim 2 , wherein the electrical armature and the electrical field rotate in opposite directions.4. The power modulating device of claim 1 , wherein the electrical armature and the electrical field comprise a 4-pole motor with 3 armature phases.5. The power modulating device of claim 1 , wherein the electrical armature and the electrical field comprise a motor/generator.6. The power modulating device ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

PLANETARY FRICTION GEAR CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140051540A1
Принадлежит: Isuzu Motors Limited

Planetary friction gear continuously variable transmission including an input shaft; a carrier; a planetary friction gear having a tapered roller at an inclined rotating shaft; an input-side support section, formed by notching a portion of an outer periphery of a carrier bottom section, rotatably supports an input side of the shaft; a sun roller provided on a same line as the shaft; a ring roller which is rotated by contacting a roller of the gear; an output shaft spaced from the ring roller; a loading section having a rolling body which presses the ring roller and the output shaft in an axial direction when a torque differential arises; and a transmission ring which contacts the tapered roller and allows the gear to spin. 16-. (canceled)7. A planetary friction gear continuously variable transmission comprising:an input shaft which is rotatably supported in a case;a carrier formed in a hollow cone-like-shape with a trapezoid cross section in which an outer diameter in an output side is smaller than an outer diameter in an input side, an opening is formed in an outer periphery of the cone, and an output-side end portion of the input shaft is fixed to an outer side surface of a bottom section;a planetary friction gear which is rotatably arranged in an opening of the carrier including, in an order from an input side, a first tapered roller, a second tapered roller, and a third tapered roller on a rotating shaft inclined against an axis of the input shaft;an input-side support section formed by notching a portion of an outer periphery of a bottom section of the carrier, which rotatably supports an input-side end portion of an rotating shaft of the planetary friction gear;a sun roller, provided on a same line as the input shaft, which is in contact with the first tapered roller and the third tapered roller, and thereby rotates;a ring roller, provided on a same line as the input shaft, of which inner circumferential surface is in contact with the third tapered roller, and ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

Infinitely variable transmissions, continuously variable transmissions, methods, assemblies, subassemblies, and components therefor

Номер: US20140073470A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for infinitely variable transmissions (IVT) having a variator provided with a plurality of tilting spherical planets. In one embodiment, a variator is provided with multiple planet arrays. In another embodiment, a hydraulic system is configured to control the transmission ratio of the IVT. Various inventive idler assemblies and planet-pivot arm assemblies can be used to facilitate adjusting the transmission speed ratio of an IVT. Embodiments of a transmission housing and bell housing are adapted to house components of an IVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the IVT to support operation and/or functionality of the IVT. Various related devices include embodiments of, for example, a control feedback mechanism, axial force generation and management mechanisms, a control valve integral with an input shaft, and a rotatable carrier configured to support planet-pivot arm assemblies.

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140094339A1
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A continuously variable transmission includes a plurality of planetary balls interposed between a first and second rotating elements on a shaft, an iris plate and a worm gear that tilt the planetary balls, a sun roller that includes a first sun roller that includes a first tubular section having first contact points with the planetary balls and a second tubular section having a smaller outer diameter than the first tubular section and is capable of relative rotation with respect to the shaft and a second sun roller that includes second contact points with the planetary balls and is capable of relative rotation with respect to the first sun roller on an outer peripheral surface of the second tubular section, and thrust bearings that are arranged between the first sun roller and the second sun roller and bear thrust loads transmitted from the planetary balls to the first sun roller and the second sun roller. 1. A continuously variable transmission comprising:a transmission shaft which serves as a rotational center;a first rotating element and a second rotating elements that are arranged to face each other on the transmission shaft, have a common first rotational central axis, and are capable of relative rotation;a plurality of rolling members that have a second rotational central axis in parallel with the first rotational central axis, radially arranged around the first rotational central axis, and are interposed between the first rotating element and the second rotating elements;support shafts that have the second rotational central axis and have both ends protruding from the rolling members;a holding member which holds the rolling members so as to allow tilt via the respective protrusions of the support shafts;a third rotating element which includes a first rotating body that includes a first tubular section having first contact points with the rolling members on an outer peripheral surface and a second tubular section having a smaller outer diameter than the first ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Continuously-Variable Planetary Transmisson

Номер: US20190003560A1
Автор: Rodi Wolfgang
Принадлежит: Rolless GmbH

A continuously-variable planetary transmission including: (a) first and second spaced rotatable transmission elements spaced around a transmission axis and having first and second contact points, respectively; (b) at least one support element in fixed radial position with respect to the transmission axis and each having a third contact point; and (c) at least one elongate, rotationally-symmetric, rotatable planetary rolling element, each rolling element () contacting the transmission elements at the first and second contact points and each support element at its third contact point, the contact points each in frictional rolling connection to the least one rolling element and () being supported by the first and second transmission elements and the at least one support element with freedom to move around the transmission axis; and (d) an adjusting device for displacing the center of each planetary rolling element to change the ratio of the transmission. 115-. (canceled)16. A continuously-variable planetary transmission comprising:first and second rotatable transmission elements spaced at a fixed axial distance from one another around a transmission axis, the first transmission element having at least one first contact point and the second transmission element having at least one second contact point;at least one support element in substantially fixed radial position with respect to the transmission axis and in substantially fixed axial position with respect to the transmission elements, each support element having at least one third contact point; contacting the transmission elements at the first and second contact points, respectively, and each support element at its third contact point, the contact points each in frictional rolling connection to the least one rolling element, and', 'being supported by the first and second transmission elements and the at least one support element with freedom to move around the transmission axis; and, 'at least one elongate ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

SPEED CHANGE MECHANISM

Номер: US20170009854A1
Автор: HSU Chun-Tang
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A speed change mechanism includes a housing, a guiding disc, a plurality of rolling columns, an input shaft, an output disc, and plural sleeves. The housing includes an orifice, the guiding disc includes a connecting hole, a plurality of notches, and the plurality of rolling columns equidistantly arranged and fixed in the plurality of notches. The input shaft includes a first stem, a second stem, and a cam, the output disc includes an aperture, an output shaft, and plural posts. The plural sleeves are fitted on the plural posts and between the housing and the plurality of rolling columns, and the plurality of rolling columns abut against the cam, such that when the input shaft rotates, it drives the plurality of rolling columns to rotate. 1. A speed change mechanism comprising:a housing including an orifice defined on a central position thereof;a guiding disc mounted in the housing and including a connecting hole formed on a central position thereof and being coaxial with the orifice of the connecting hole, the guiding disc also including a plurality of notches equidistantly arranged around a peripheral side thereof and relative to the connecting hole;a plurality of rolling columns equidistantly arranged and fixed in the plurality of notches of the guiding disc;an input shaft secured in the housing and including a first stem, a second stem, and a cam; wherein the first stern extends outwardly from a central position of a first end of the cam and inserts into the connecting hole and the orifice, and the second stem extends outwardly from a central position of a second end of the cam;an output disc disposed on the housing and including an aperture defined on a central position thereof and fitting with the second stem of the input shaft, the output disc also including an output shaft extending outwardly from a first end thereof and plural posts extending outwardly from a second end thereof, wherein the output shaft is located at the central position of the output disc, ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20150018154A1
Автор: Fernand A Thomassy
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT) having a control system adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT are described. In one embodiment, a control system includes a stator plate configured to have a plurality of radially offset slots. Various traction planet assemblies and stator plates can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include planet axles configured to cooperate with the stator plate. In one embodiment, the stator plate is configured to rotate and apply a skew condition to each of the planet axles. In some embodiments, a stator driver is operably coupled to the stator plate. Embodiments of a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT.

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILE DRIVE APPARATUS

Номер: US20150018167A1
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Construction of an electric automobile drive apparatus is realized in which the relationship of the traveling speed and acceleration of a vehicle can be made smooth and closer to the ideal, and the transmission efficiency can be maintained. A bypass gear-transmission mechanism , a toroidal continuously-variable transmission , a first planetary-gear mechanism and a second planetary-gear mechanism are arranged parallel to each other in the power transmission direction between a driving-side rotating shaft that is the input shaft and a driven-side rotating shaft that is the output section and that is arranged parallel to the driving-side rotating shaft . A first clutch mechanism is provided between the bypass gear-transmission mechanism and the driven-side rotating shaft , and a second clutch mechanism and third clutch mechanism are provided between the output gear of the toroidal continuously-variable transmission and first planetary-gear mechanism and second planetary-gear mechanism 1. An electric automobile drive apparatus comprising:a toroidal continuously-variable transmission and at least two clutch mechanisms, that are provided between an input shaft that is rotated and driven by an electric motor and an output section that outputs power based on the rotation of the input shaft;the toroidal continuously-variable transmission comprising: an output disk that has an output-side curved surface that is a toroidal curved surface; an input disk that is supported concentric with the output disk such that an input-side curved surface that is a toroidal curved surface faces the output-side curved surface, and so as to be able to rotate relative to the output disk; plural support members that are arranged so as to be able to pivotally displace around pivot shafts that are located at positions that are skewed with respect to the center axis of the output disk and input disk; plural power rollers that are supported by the support members so as to freely rotate, and are held ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

FOUR MODE DUAL PLANETARY POWERTRAIN CONFIGURATIONS WITH A BALL VARIATOR CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION USED AS A POWERSPLIT

Номер: US20190017583A1
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

Devices and methods are provided herein for the transmission of power in motor vehicles. Power can be transmitted in a smoother and more efficient manner by splitting torque into two or more torque paths. A continuously variable transmission is provided with a ball variator assembly, a planetary gear set coupled thereto and an arrangement of rotatable shafts with multiple gears and clutches that extend the ratio range of the variator. In some embodiments, clutches are coupled to the gear sets to enable synchronous shifting of gear modes. In some embodiments, clutches are coupled to chain drives to enable synchronous shifting of gear modes. 122-. (canceled)23. A continuously variable transmission comprising:a first rotatable shaft operably coupleable to a source of rotational power;a second rotatable shaft aligned substantially coaxial to the first rotatable shaft, the first rotatable shaft and second rotatable shaft forming a main axis of the transmission;a third rotatable shaft aligned substantially parallel to the main axis;a fourth rotatable shaft aligned substantially coaxial to the third rotatable shaft;a variator assembly having a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of traction planets, each traction planet having a tiltable axis of rotation, wherein the variator assembly is coaxial with the main axis, the second traction ring assembly is coupled to the second rotatable shaft;a first planetary gear set having a first sun gear, a first planet gear array, and a first ring gear, wherein the first sun gear is coupled to the second traction ring, the first ring gear is coupled to the first traction ring, and the first planet gear array is operably coupled to the first rotatable shaft;a second planetary gear set operably coupled to the third rotatable shaft, the second planetary gear set having a second sun gear, a second planet gear array, and a second ring gear, wherein the second ring gear is coupled to the ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Control Methods For Heat Recovery In A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20190017597A1
Автор: David Jeffrey M.
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Provided herein is a vehicle including: an engine; a continuously variable planetary (CVP) operably coupled to the engine; a cooling system in fluid communication with the engine and the CVP, the cooling system comprising a control valve and a working fluid; and a control system including a controller configured to control the CVP and the control valve and a working fluid temperature sensor, wherein the controller commands a change in the CVP ratio based on the working fluid temperature. 1. A vehicle comprising:an engine;a continuously variable planetary (CVP) operably coupled to the engine;a cooling system in fluid communication with the engine and the CVP, the cooling system comprising a control valve and a working fluid; anda control system including a controller configured to control the CVP and the control valve and a working fluid temperature sensor,wherein the controller commands a change in the CVP ratio based on the working fluid temperature.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller commands the CVP ratio towards full overdrive when the working fluid temperature is below an extreme cold temperature threshold.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller commands the CVP ratio towards full overdrive when the working fluid temperature is below a cold start temperature threshold.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to determine the CVP ratio based on an estimate of engine emissions.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller commands the CVP ratio towards full underdrive when the working fluid temperature is below an extreme cold temperature threshold.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller commands the CVP ratio towards full underdrive when the working fluid temperature is below a cold start temperature threshold.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the working fluid temperature is an engine coolant temperature.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the working fluid temperature is a CVP fluid ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20200018384A1
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Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a shift rod that cooperates with a shift rod nut to actuate a ratio change in a CVT. In another embodiment, an axial force generating mechanism can include a torsion spring, a traction ring adapted to receive the torsion spring, and a roller cage retainer configured to cooperate with the traction ring to house the torsion spring. Various inventive idler-and-shift-cam assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. Embodiments of a hub shell and a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed. 113.-. (canceled)14. A power input assembly for a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a longitudinal axis , the power input assembly comprising:a load cam driver;a torsion plate adapted to drive the load cam driver;an input driver configured to drive the torsion plate, wherein the load cam driver, the torsion plate, and the input driver are mounted coaxially about the longitudinal axis of the continuously variable transmission; anda one-way clutch adapted to drive the input driver.15. The power input assembly of claim 14 , wherein the load cam driver comprises a set of ramps.16. The power input assembly of claim 15 , the input driver having a first end and a second end claim 15 , wherein the first end of the input driver has a first set of splines claim 15 , wherein the torsion plate has a central bore adapted to couple to the second end of the input driver claim 15 , and wherein the torsion plate comprises a second set of splines.17. The power input assembly of claim 16 , wherein the input driver comprises a substantially hollow body claim 16 , ...

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

VARIABLE-RADIUS CONTACT GEOMETRY FOR TRACTION DRIVES

Номер: US20150024899A1
Автор: Phillips Andrew W.
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A ball-type variator having a variable contact patch geometry wherein the variator efficiency is improved when the effect of spin is reduced under light load. Said ball-type variator having said variable contact patch geometry wherein the maximum stresses are reduced at high loads. 1. A continuously variable planetary transmission comprising a ball type variator , said ball type variator comprising a ring or idler , said ring or an idler comprising a contact patch configured to engage a ball of the ball type variator , wherein said contact patch has a variable profile such that the contact patch is configured to change shape or size during use.2. The continuously variable planetary transmission of claim 1 , wherein said variable profile of said contact patch is perpendicular to a rolling direction of motion of the ball claim 1 , and has decreasing convexity at increasing distance from the center of the contact patch.3. The continuously variable planetary transmission of claim 2 , wherein said variable profile changes shape and size when a clamp load changes from a first clamp load to a second clamp load claim 2 , wherein at least one of the shape and size of a second loading profile is wider than a first loading profile when the first clamp load associated with the first loading profile increases to the second clamp load associated with the second loading profile.4. A ball type variator comprising a ring or idler claim 2 , said ring or an idler comprising a contact patch configured to engage a ball of the ball type variator claim 2 , wherein said contact patch has a variable profile such that the contact patch is configured to change shape or size during use.5. The ball type variator of claim 4 , wherein said variable profile of said contact patch is perpendicular to a rolling direction of motion of the ball claim 4 , and has decreasing convexity at increasing distance from the center of the contact patch.6. The ball type variator of claim 5 , wherein said variable ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

SLIDING FRICTION- FREE GEAR

Номер: US20170023110A1
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A sliding friction-free gear has cams of specific profiles, rollers separating cooperating cams that roll over the cams of the gears, thus eliminating the sliding friction between the gears. The rollers are mounted rotatably e.g. in sliders or eccentrics, wherein the sliders, resp. eccentrics, are mounted slidingly, resp. rotatably, in a yoke attached rigidly to a shaft. The rollers are free to execute oscillating motion relative the yoke while rolling over the cam profiles of the cams of the gears. The cooperating members of the gear contact along a line like in conventional evolvent gears, and unlike in the Wildhaber-Novikov's gear (where the momentary contact between teeth of cooperating toothed wheels is pointwise); therefore the gear according to the present invention offers much larger transmission capacity and is much less prone to seizure than known gears. 3. Sliding friction-less gear according to claim 2 , wherein the second cam placed on the first shaft is a circular eccentric with eccentricity ratio e and radius r; wherein the curve γ is a segment of a straight line; wherein the base transmission ratio k=1/s claim 2 , where s is a natural number not equal to zero; wherein the first profile ({tilde over (x)}(φ) claim 2 , {tilde over (y)}(φ)) of the first cam placed in the body satisfies in the first Cartesian coordinate system (x claim 2 ,y claim 2 ,z) the following system of parametric equations:{'br': None, 'i': x', 'B', 'B', 'D', 'C', 'D, 'sub': '1', 'sup': 2', '2, '{tilde over ()}(φ)=(φ)+ρ((φ)−(φ)sin φ)/√{square root over ((((φ))+(((φ)))},\u2003\u2003(C)'}{'br': None, 'i': y', 'E', 'E', 'D', 'C', 'D', 'A', 'r', '−e', 's, 'sub': 1', 'e', '0, 'sup': 2', '2', '2', '2', '2, '{tilde over ()}(φ)=(φ)+ρ((φ)+(φ)cos φ)/√{square root over ((((φ))+(((φ)))}; where φ is a real parameter, and (φ)=√{square root over ((+ρ)sin(φ))};\u2003\u2003(D)'}{'br': None, 'i': B', 'e', 's', 'A, '(φ)=cos(φ)cos φ+(φ)cos φ;'}{'br': None, 'i': C', 'A', 'e', 's', 'D', 'se', 's', 's', ...

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29-01-2015 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20150031500A1
Автор: Tange Hiroshi
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Disclosed is a continuously variable transmission including: a pair of pressing means that form a torque transmission contact portion in a disk overlapping area where the input disk and the output disk are overlapped; target slip rate setting means that is configured to set a target slip rate between the input disk and the output disk in the torque transmission contact portion to a value higher than a torque transmission start slip rate in the torque transmission contact portion; and control means that is configured to control a force for clamping and pressing both the disks using the pressing means such that an actual slip rate in the torque transmission contact portion becomes the target slip rate. 1. A continuously variable transmission comprising:an input shaft connected to a motor and supported by a transmission unit casing member;an output shaft arranged in parallel with the input shaft and supported by the transmission unit casing member;a discoidal input disk that is provided in the input shaft and has an outer circumferential edge arranged close to the output shaft;a discoidal output disk that is provided in the output shaft and has an outer circumferential edge arranged close to the input shaft;a pair of pressing units provided movably along a shaft center connecting line obtained by connecting a shaft center of the input shaft and a shaft center of the output shaft in a disk overlapping area where the input disk and the output disk are overlapped, so that a torque transmission contact portion is formed by clamping and pressing both the disks in a position corresponding to a target shift ratio to elastically deform both the disks;a target slip rate setting unit that is configured to set a target slip rate between the input disk and the output disk in the torque transmission contact portion to a value higher than a torque transmission start slip rate in the torque transmission contact portion; anda control unit that is configured to control a force for ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

Control Methods For An Electric Vehicle Equipped With A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20190031181A1
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Provided herein is a vehicle including an engine; a first motor/generator; a second motor/generator; a variator; and a controller configured to detect an energy dissipation mode of operation, wherein the controller commands a change in the variator ratio based on the energy dissipation mode. 1. A vehicle comprising:an engine;a first motor/generator;a second motor/generator;a variator; and aa controller configured to detect an energy dissipation mode of operation,wherein the controller commands a change in the variator ratio based on the energy dissipation mode.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising planetary gear set having a ring gear claim 1 , a planet carrier claim 1 , and a sun gear claim 1 , wherein the planet carrier is operably coupled to the engine claim 1 , the ring gear is coupled to the second motor/generator claim 1 , and the sun gear is coupled to the first motor/generator.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the variator is operably coupled to the second motor/generator.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to adjust the variator ratio to operate at a suboptimal condition to dissipate energy through the variator.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipation mode of operation is detected based on a fault condition of a battery.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipation mode of operation is detected based on a temperature limit of the first motor/generator.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipation mode of operation is detected based on a battery temperature limit.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipation mode of operation is detected based on a battery power limit.9. A method for controlling an electric hybrid vehicle having an engine claim 1 , a first motor/generator claim 1 , a second motor/generator claim 1 , and a variator claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of: a variator ratio,', 'a motor/generator temperature,', 'a motor/generator speed,', 'a ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

Ball Variator Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20190032756A1
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Provided herein is a variator assembly including a first rotatable shaft operably coupleable to a source of rotational power; and a variator having a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation, the variator is coaxial with the first rotatable shaft, wherein the first rotatable shaft is operably coupled to a sun assembly, the sun assembly located radially inward of, and in contact with, the plurality of balls. 1. A variator assembly comprising:a first rotatable shaft operably coupleable to a source of rotational power; anda variator having a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation, the variator is coaxial with the first rotatable shaft,wherein the first rotatable shaft is operably coupled to a sun assembly, the sun assembly located radially inward of, and in contact with, the plurality of balls.2. The variator assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a second shaft operably coupled to the second traction ring assembly claim 1 , the second shaft arranged coaxial with the first rotatable shaft.3. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sun assembly comprises a single idler ring.4. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sun assembly comprises a first idler ring and a second idler ring.5. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first traction ring assembly is configured to receive a rotational power.6. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first traction ring assembly is configured to transmit a rotational power out of the variator.7. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second traction ring assembly is configured to receive a rotational power.8. The variator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second traction ring assembly is configured to transmit a rotational ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20150039195A1
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Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable accessory drives (CVAD). In one embodiment, a skew-based control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVAD. In another embodiment, a skew-based control system includes a skew actuator coupled to a carrier member. In some embodiments, the skew actuator is configured to rotate a carrier member of a CVT. Various inventive traction planet assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include legs configured to cooperate with the carrier members. In some embodiments, a traction planet assembly is operably coupled to the carrier members. Embodiments of a shift cam and traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A method for controlling a continuously variable accessory drive (CVAD) with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) coupled to a prime mover and a load , the CVT having a plurality of traction planets , each traction planet adapted to rotate about a tiltable axis , the method comprising:a) receiving a desired tilt angle set point for the plurality of traction planets in the CVT;b) determining a command signal for a skew actuator, the skew actuator adapted to apply a skew condition to tilt the axes of the plurality of traction planets;c) applying the command signal to the skew actuator;d) measuring the tilt angle for the plurality of traction planets in the CVT;e) comparing the measured tilt angle to the desired tilt angle; andf) repeating step b) through step e) until the measured tilt angle is substantially equal to the desired tilt angle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the skew actuator comprises a hydraulic piston coupled to the CVAD claim 1 , the hydraulic piston operably coupled to a first carrier ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20160040763A1
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A continuously variable transmission (CVT) can be used in concert with an electric motor to facilitate power assistance to a rider in a bicycle. In some embodiments, the CVT and motor is mounted on the frame of the bicycle at a location forward of the rear wheel hub of the bicycle. In some embodiments, the CVT is mounted on and supported by members of the bicycle frame such that the CVT is coaxial with the crankshaft of the bicycle. The crankshaft is configured to drive elements of the CVT, which are configured to operationally drive the traction rings and the traction planets. In some embodiments, the motor is configured to drive elements of the CVT. In other embodiments, the motor is configured to drive the crankshaft. Inventive component and subassemblies for such a CVT are disclosed. 1. A bicycle having a plurality of frame members and a crankshaft defining a crank axis , the bicycle comprising: a plurality of traction planets arranged angularly about a longitudinal axis of the CVT, each traction planet rotatable about an axle defining a tiltable axis,', 'a first carrier member having a plurality of radially offset slots formed therein and arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis,', 'a second carrier member having a plurality of radial slots formed therein and arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis, wherein the first carrier member is rotatable relative to the second carrier member about the longitudinal axis,', 'a traction ring in contact with each traction planet, and', 'first and second sun members in contact with each traction planet, the first and second sun members radially inward of the plurality of traction planets; and, 'a continuously variable transmission (CVT) coupled to the crankshaft, wherein the CVT comprises'}an electric motor operably coupled to the CVT, the electric motor having a drive axis.2. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the drive axis of the electric motor and one or more of the longitudinal axis of the CVT and the crank ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

COMMUTATOR-LESS AND BRUSH-LESS DIRECT CURRENT GENERATOR AND APPLICATIONS FOR GENERATING POWER TO AN ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM

Номер: US20180038340A1
Автор: Han Kyung Soo
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Three controls, three variable gear assemblies, an optional hatch or variable propeller pitch, and a variable overlap generator (VO generator), as well as one or more commutator and brushless free direct current generators may be used independently and together to provide constant frequency and voltage output power and to increase the amount of output power generated with the same input water flow or wind speed in a plurality of embodiments useful in wind power generation and water renewable energy generators for any of tidal and ocean current or wave conditions. Two Transgear™ assemblies side-by-side and sharing the same central shaft may comprise a constant speed motor control, produce required constant frequency and voltage and be reduced in part count and complexity. The variable overlap generator of a marine hydrokinetic or wind power generator may be used as a low torque generator, a high power-rated generator or a control in these applications and may generate more electric power than a conventional fixed power generator (the rotor axially aligned to overlap the stator in a conventional manner) over a wider input range. An electromotive force (EMF) embodiment generates alternating current at constant frequency and voltage in varying wind and water speed conditions. 1. A marine hydrokinetic electric or wind power generator comprisinga gearbox coupled to one of a propeller shaft and a waterwheel shaft, the gearbox comprising magnetic gears for slipping in the event of one of withstanding bursts of wind and water flow energy,a direct current generator which comprises no commutator or brush and generates electromotive force,a mechanical rotary frequency converter comprising three variables, responsive to one of a waterwheel shaft rotation and a propeller rotation shaft, the mechanical rotary frequency converter comprising at least one spur/helical gear assembly having equally spaced sets of planetary gears of a carrier and surrounding at least one sun gear ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR SLIP AVOIDANCE IN A BALL PLANETARY TYPE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20190040951A1
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

Provided herein is a control system for a multiple-mode continuously variable transmission having a ball planetary variator. The control system has a transmission control module configured to receive a plurality of electronic input signals, and to determine a mode of operation from a plurality of control ranges based at least in part on the plurality of electronic input signals. The system also has a dither control module configured to store at least one calibration map, and configured to determine an oscillating change in speed ratio applied to a commanded speed ratio signal during operation of the CVP to manage thermal and mechanical stress on the surface of the ball. 1. A computer-implemented system for a vehicle having an engine coupled to a continuously variable transmission having a ball-planetary variator (CVP) , the computer-implemented system comprising:a digital processing device comprising an operating system configured to perform executable instructions and a memory device;a computer program including instructions executable by the digital processing device comprising a software module configured to manage operating conditions of the CVP; a CVP speed ratio,', 'an input traction ring torque, and', 'an engine speed,, 'a plurality of data signals comprisingwherein the software module is configured to execute a dither control sub-module, wherein the dither control sub-module includes a look-up table configured to store values of a contact patch size based at least in part on the CVP input torque.2. The computer-implemented system of claim 1 , wherein the dither control sub-module further comprises a dither magnitude sub-module and a dither command generator sub-module.3. The computer-implemented system of claim 2 , wherein the dither control sub-module is adapted to receive a first calibration variable indicative of ball diameter claim 2 , a second calibration variable indicative of a gamma angle range claim 2 , and a third calibration variable indicative of ...

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

Automatic transmissions and methods therefor

Номер: US20140121922A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Systems and methods for controlling transmissions and associated vehicles, machines, equipment, etc., are disclosed. In one case, a transmission control system includes a control unit configured to use a sensed vehicle speed and a commanded, target constant input speed to maintain an input speed substantially constant. The system includes one or more maps that associate a speed ratio of a transmission with a vehicle speed. In one embodiment, one such map associates an encoder position with a vehicle speed. Regarding a specific application, an automatic bicycle transmission shifting system is contemplated. An exemplary automatic bicycle includes a control unit, a shift actuator, various sensors, and a user interface. The control unit is configured to cooperate with a logic module and an actuator controller to control the cadence of a rider. In one embodiment, a memory of, or in communication with, the control unit includes one or more constant cadence maps that associate transmission speed ratios with bicycle speeds.

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08-05-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140128195A1

A variable speed transmission having a plurality of tilting balls and opposing input and output discs is illustrated and described that provides an infinite number of speed combinations over its transmission ratio range. The use of a planetary gear set allows minimum speeds to be in reverse and the unique geometry of the transmission allows all of the power paths to be coaxial, thereby reducing overall size and complexity of the transmission in comparison to transmissions achieving similar transmission ratio ranges. 1. A power train , comprising:a planetary gearset mounted on a shaft having a longitudinal axis, the planetary gearset including a planet carrier coupled to the shaft; a plurality of balls, each ball having a tiltable axis about which it rotates,', 'a cage configured to align the tiltable axes of the plurality of balls and further configured to maintain the radial and angular position of each ball in the plurality of balls,', 'a first disc in contact with the plurality of balls, and', 'a second disc in contact with the plurality of balls and further coupled to a case to form a rotating hub shell; and, 'a variator mounted coaxially with and coupled to the planetary gearset, the variator comprising'}an idler in contact with the plurality of balls.2. The power train of claim 1 , further comprising an axial force generator configured to generate an axial force that increases the traction between the first disc claim 1 , the plurality of balls claim 1 , the idler claim 1 , and the second disc.3. The power train of claim 2 , wherein the axial force generator comprises a linkage assembly.4. The power train of claim 3 , wherein the linkage assembly in an extended state corresponds to a low transmission ratio and wherein the linkage assembly in a contracted state corresponds to a high transmission ratio.5. The power train of claim 1 , further comprising two legs for controlling the tilt of each ball claim 1 , a first leg positioned on a first side of the ball and ...

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20160053873A1
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A continuously variable transmission includes: a transmission shaft; first to fourth power transmission elements that have a first rotation center axis coaxial with the transmission shaft; a plurality of rolling members that has a second rotation center axis; a transmission device configured to change a gear ratio between an input side and an output side by tilting each of the rolling members; a rotary shaft that is coupled with one of the first and second power transmission elements, and is provided with a cylindrical section; an annular member that is coupled with the rotary shaft, and configured to form an annular oil reservoir formed of lubricating oil; and a scraping up section configured to scrape up the lubricating oil by rotating in the circumferential direction. 1. A continuously variable transmission comprising:a transmission shaft that serves as a center of rotation;first to fourth power transmission elements that have a first rotation center axis coaxial with the transmission shaft, and configured to be relatively rotatable with one another in a circumferential direction;a plurality of rolling members that has a second rotation center axis, is disposed radially around the first rotation center axis, and further on an outer peripheral surface of the third power transmission element, is interposed between inner peripheral surfaces of the first and second power transmission elements, which are disposed to face each other, and further, is held by the fourth power transmission element in a freely tilting manner;a transmission device configured to change a gear ratio between an input side and an output side by tilting each of the rolling members;a rotary shaft that is coupled with one of the first and second power transmission elements, and is provided with a cylindrical section that covers the first to fourth power transmission elements, and the rolling member from an outer side in a radial direction;an annular member that is coupled with the rotary shaft, ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

REVERSIBLE VARIABLE DRIVES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROL IN FORWARD AND REVERSE DIRECTIONS

Номер: US20220074470A1
Автор: Nichols Jon M.

A ball-planetary continuously variable transmission (CVT) capable of stable control in forward and reverse rotation over a range of speed ratios including underdrive and overdrive is provided. Imparting a skew angle (zeta) causes unbalanced forces that change the tilt angle (gamma), resulting in a change in speed ratio of the CVT. Angularly orientating a control system of the CVT with a positive offset angle (psi) configures the CVT for operation in a first direction of rotation or angularly orientating the control system with a negative offset angle (psi) configures the CVT for operation in a reverse direction of rotation. A control system for configuring the offset angle (psi) may lead or trail the planets. The control system may configure a larger offset angle for more stable control or may configure a smaller offset angle for higher sensitivity in potential rollback scenarios. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a central axis , the CVT comprising:first and second traction rings rotatable about the central axis;a sun rotatable about the central axis;a plurality of planet assemblies configured to transfer power between the first and second traction rings, each planet assembly coupled to the first and second traction rings and the sun, each planet assembly comprising a planet rotatable about a planet axle, the planet axle defining an axis of rotation of the planet, each planet axle capable of being skewed to form a skew angle in a first direction between the central axis and the planet axle and of tilting to form a tilt angle in a second direction between the central axis and the planet axle, the tilt angle defining a transmission ratio of the CVT;a first carrier half coaxial with and at least partially rotatable about the central axis, the first carrier half coupled by a plurality of first links to a first end of each of the planet axles;a second carrier half coaxial with and at least partially rotatable about the central axis, the second carrier ...

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21-02-2019 дата публикации

Automatic Gear-Shifting Device

Номер: US20190056016A1
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A gear-shifting device is disclosed. The device comprises a first motor having a first rotor. The first rotor turns clockwise and counter-clockwise, creating a wobbling action. The device further comprises a compound planetary transmission, comprising a transmission ring attached to a ring gear. The compound planetary transmission receives power from the first rotor. The device further comprises a second motor having a second rotor. The second rotor turns clockwise and counter-clockwise. The device further comprises a shift assembly, comprising a drum, a cap, and a pinion gear. The pinion gear receives power from the second rotor. The drum locks with the pinion gear such that the drum rotates with the pinion gear. The transmission ring is attached to the drum, such that the transmission ring moves laterally as the drum rotates. The ring gear locks and unlocks with the cap as the drum rotates. The wobbling action enables the locking. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for shifting gears comprising:turning a first rotational rotor of a first motor both clockwise and counter-clockwise such that, wherein the first motor wobbles as the first rotational rotor turns, wherein the first rotational rotor rotates a compound planetary transmission, the compound planetary transmission comprising a transmission ring attached to a first ring gear and a drum;turning a second rotational rotor of a second motor both clockwise and counter-clockwise, wherein the second rotational rotor rotates a pinion gear of a shift assembly, the shift assembly further comprising the drum and a cap;wherein the drum locks with the pinion gear such that the drum rotates as the pinion gear rotates;wherein the rotating drum causes the transmission ring to move laterally; andwherein the first ring gear alternately locks and unlocks with the cap as the first motor wobbles, wherein the wobbling action of the first motor enables the locking.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the compound planetary transmission ...

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03-03-2016 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY AND/OR INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20160061301A1
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An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, the input shaft is adapted to supply a lubricant to the interior of the transmission. In some embodiments, a stator assembly is coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft. The IVT has a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly. The planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, a traction ring is operably coupled to the planets. The IVT is provided with a housing that is operably coupled to the traction ring. The housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. The traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. In some embodiments, the IVT is provided with a lubricant manifold that is configured to supply a lubricant to the input shaft. 1. An infinitely variable transmission comprising:a main axle defining a longitudinal axis of the transmission, the main axle having an elongated tubular body with a central bore and first and second lubricant passages, wherein the elongated tubular body and the first and second lubricant passages define a lubricant passage to the interior of the infinitely variable transmission;a plurality of planets arranged angularly about the main axle;a stator assembly coaxial with the main axle;a traction ring operably coupled to the plurality of planets, wherein the traction ring is fixed to the main axle; anda lubricant manifold for supplying lubricant from a lubricant source to the main axle.2. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , further comprising an auxiliary axle claim 1 , wherein the main axle and the auxiliary axle support the lubricant manifold.3. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 2 , wherein the auxiliary axle includes a lubrication passage for providing lubrication adjacent a reaction flange.4. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

Infinitely Variable Multi-epicyclic Friction Transmission System for Electric Motor

Номер: US20210062895A1
Автор: McAnulla Aidan
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An infinitely variable multi-epicyclic friction transmission system for an electric motor, the system comprising: a main shaft; a motor drum comprising two cylindrically shaped half-drums disposed axially around the main shaft and separated by a longitudinal gap, the half-drums configured to bear a series of inverted vee-rings splined on an outer circumferential surface of the half-drums so as to be configured to slide longitudinally along the half-drums; a rotor configured to be accommodated in a cavity defined by the half-drums, the rotor comprising a rotor carrier driver configured to be disposed in the longitudinal gap for rotating at least one planetary carrier about the main shaft; a plurality of twin planetary cone assemblies attached to the at least one planetary carrier and disposed circumferentially around the two half-drums, each twin planetary cone assembly comprising: a torque tube and a planetary cone-hemisphere structure provided at each end of the torque tube. 1. An infinitely variable multi-epicyclic friction transmission system for an electric motor , the system comprising:a main shaft;a motor drum comprising two cylindrically shaped half-drums disposed axially around the main shaft and separated by a longitudinal gap, the half-drums configured to bear a series of inverted vee-rings splined on an outer circumferential surface of the half-drums so as to be configured to slide longitudinally along the half-drums;a rotor configured to be accommodated in a cavity defined by the half-drums, the rotor comprising a rotor carrier driver configured to be disposed in the longitudinal gap for rotating at least one planetary carrier about the main shaft;a plurality of twin planetary cone assemblies attached to the at least one planetary carrier and disposed circumferentially around the two half-drums, each twin planetary cone assembly comprising: a torque tube and a planetary cone-hemisphere structure provided at each end of the torque tube, wherein each ...

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22-05-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY AND/OR INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20140141919A1

An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, the input shaft is adapted to supply a lubricant to the interior of the transmission. In some embodiments, a stator assembly is coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft. The IVT has a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly. The planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, a traction ring is operably coupled to the planets. The IVT is provided with a housing that is operably coupled to the traction ring. The housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. The traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. In some embodiments, the IVT is provided with a lubricant manifold that is configured to supply a lubricant to the input shaft. 1. An infinitely variable transmission comprising:a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission, the input shaft having an elongated tubular body with a central bore and an opening, wherein the elongated tubular body and the opening define a lubricant passage from an exterior surface to the interior of the transmission;a stator assembly coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft;a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly, wherein the plurality of planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission;a traction ring operably coupled to the plurality of planets, wherein the traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft; anda housing operably coupled to the traction ring, wherein the housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft.2. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the opening is proximate a shift-cam-and-sun subassembly.3. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the opening is proximate a planet-and-shift- ...

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28-02-2019 дата публикации

Control Methods During Over Temperature Operation Of A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20190063588A1
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Provided herein a vehicle including an engine, a first motor/generator, a second motor/generator, a ball-type planetary variator (CVP) and a controller configured to detect an over-temperature mode of operation, wherein the controller commands a change in a lube flow to the CVP based on the over-temperature mode. 1. A vehicle comprising:an engine;a first motor/generator;a second motor/generator;a ball-type planetary variator (CVP); anda controller configured to detect an over-temperature mode of operation,wherein the controller commands a change in a lube flow to the CVP based on the over-temperature mode.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller commands a change in an engine torque based on the over-temperature mode.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the controller detects the over-temperature mode of operation based on an oil temperature of the CVP.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to execute a passive over-temperature control process and an active over-temperature control process based on the oil temperature of the CVP.5. A method for controlling an electric hybrid vehicle having an engine claim 3 , a first motor/generator claim 3 , a second motor/generator claim 3 , and a ball-type planetary variator (CVP) claim 3 , the method comprising the steps of: a CVP ratio,', 'a CVP oil temperature,', 'an engine speed,', 'an engine torque,', 'a torque converter turbine speed,', 'a motor/generator speed, and', 'a motor/generator torque;, 'receiving a plurality of signals provided by sensors located on the transmission, the plurality of signals comprisingdetecting an over-temperature condition based on the CVP oil temperature;determining an engine torque command; andcommanding the engine to operate at the engine torque command.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining an engine torque command further comprises evaluating a total heat generation based on the CVP ratio claim 5 , the engine speed claim 5 , the torque converter ...

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29-05-2014 дата публикации

Continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20140144260A1
Принадлежит: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Co LLC

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a carrier assembly to facilitate the support of components in a CVT. In another embodiment, a carrier includes a stator support member and a stator interfacial member. In some embodiments, the stator interfacial member is configured to interact with planet subassemblies of a CVT. Various inventive planet subassemblies and idler assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to have a sliding interface with a carrier assembly. Embodiments of a hub shell, a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed.

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10-03-2016 дата публикации

BALL TYPE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20160069442A1
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A variable transmission includes an input shaft, a planetary gear set drivingly engaged with a variator comprising, a variator carrier assembly, a first ring assembly, and a second ring assembly; and the output shaft, arranged to produce transmissions with continuously variable or infinitely variable output ratios. 1. A variable transmission comprising:an input shaft;a gear ratio comprising a first gear coupled to the input shaft, a countershaft and a second gear coupled to the countershaft;a variator (CVP) comprising a first ring assembly coupled to the second gear on the countershaft, a carrier assembly comprising a plurality of tiltable variator balls, each ball drivingly engaged with the first ring assembly, and a second ring assembly drivingly engaged with the tiltable variator balls; anda planetary gearset comprising a planet carrier drivingly engaged with the input shaft, a ring gear drivingly engaged with the second ring assembly of the variator, and a sun gear drivingly engaged with an output;wherein the planetary gearset is configured to split power of the input shaft between the variator and a mechanical path going directly to the output.2. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the first ring assembly and the second ring assembly are drivingly coupled over a continuous range of speed ratios from a minimum speed ratio to a maximum speed ratio claim 1 , and wherein the speed ratio is controlled by the tiltable variator balls.3. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the tiltable variator balls controls a first speed ratio between the first ring assembly and second ring assembly of the variator claim 1 , and thereby controls a second speed ratio between the planet carrier and ring gear of the planetary gearset.4. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein a minimum speed ratio and a maximum speed ratio between the input shaft and the sun gear of the planetary gearset span a range from negative to positive.5. The variable transmission of ...

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08-03-2018 дата публикации

TRANSMISSION DEVICE AND POWER GENERATION SYSTEM INCLUDING TRANSMISSION DEVICE

Номер: US20180066735A1
Принадлежит: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

In a transmission device, a power roller transmits a rotational driving force from an input disc to an output disc in a transmission ratio (transmission gear ratio) corresponding to a tilt motion angle. The power roller allows the transmission ratio to be changed in such a manner that the position of the trunnion on which the power roller is tiltably supported is changed by a trunnion drive mechanism. Hydraulic oil is supplied from a hydraulic pump to the trunnion drive mechanism via a direction selector valve. The direction selector valve selects a flow direction of the hydraulic oil to supply the hydraulic oil to a speed reduction chamber or a speed increase chamber of the trunnion drive mechanism, and discharge the hydraulic oil from the other. In a case where a discharge condition is met, the controller controls a movement of the discharge valve to discharge the hydraulic oil from the speed increase chamber. 1. A transmission device comprising:an input disc and an output disc which are disposed to face each other;a power roller which is tiltably disposed between the input disc and the output disc and transmits a rotational driving force of the input disc to the output disc in a transmission ratio corresponding to a tilt motion angle of the power roller;a trunnion on which the power roller is rotatably supported, a position of the trunnion being changed to change the tilt motion angle of the power roller,a trunnion drive mechanism which includes a speed reduction chamber and a speed increase chamber, changes the position of the trunnion to increase the transmission ratio in a case where the hydraulic oil is supplied to the speed reduction chamber and the hydraulic oil is discharged from the speed increase chamber, and changes the position of the trunnion to reduce the transmission ratio in a case where the hydraulic oil is supplied to the speed increase chamber and the hydraulic oil is discharged from the speed reduction chamber;a hydraulic pump which discharges ...

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08-03-2018 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20180066754A1
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A variable speed transmission having a plurality of tilting balls and opposing input and output discs is illustrated and described that provides an infinite number of speed combinations over its transmission ratio range. The use of a planetary gear set allows minimum speeds to be in reverse and the unique geometry of the transmission allows all of the power paths to be coaxial, thereby reducing overall size and complexity of the transmission in comparison to transmissions achieving similar transmission ratio ranges. 1. A variable speed transmission , comprising:a main axle defining a longitudinal axis;a plurality of balls arranged angularly around the main axle, each ball having a tiltable axle defining an axis about which it rotates;an input disc positioned adjacent to the balls and in contact with each of the balls;an output disc positioned adjacent to the balls opposite the input disc and in contact with each of the balls;a rotatable idler having a constant outside diameter and positioned radially inward of and in contact with the plurality of balls; andan input stator comprising a first set of stator curves and an output stator comprising a second set of stator curves, wherein each of the input stator and the output stator has a first side facing toward the plurality of balls and a second side facing away from the plurality of balls, and wherein the first set of stator curves are offset from the second set of stator curves.2. The variable speed transmission of claim 1 , wherein the first side comprises a concave face.3. The variable speed transmission of claim 1 , wherein the first side comprises a convex face.4. The variable speed transmission of claim 1 , wherein the stator curves are integral with the input stator or the output stator.5. The variable speed transmission of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of spacers coupled to the input stator and the output stator claim 1 , wherein the input stator claim 1 , the output stator claim 1 , and the ...

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12-03-2015 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20150072827A1
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Disclosed embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a CVT has a number of spherical planets in contact with an idler. Various idler assemblies can be used to facilitate to improve durability, fatigue life, and efficiency of a CVT. In one embodiment, the idler assembly has two rolling elements having contact surfaces that are angled with respect to a longitudinal axis of the CVT. In some embodiments, a bearing is operably coupled between the first and second rolling elements. The bearing is configured to balance axial force between the first and second rolling elements. In one embodiment, the bearing is a ball bearing. In another embodiment, the bearing is an angular contact bearing. In yet other embodiments, needle roller bearings are employed. 1. An idler for a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a plurality of traction planet assemblies arranged about a longitudinal axis , each traction planet assembly operably coupled to a carrier having a plurality of radially offset guide slots , the idler assembly comprising:a first rolling element rotatable about an axis at a first speed corresponding to a tilt angle of a planet axle relative to the longitudinal axis;a second rolling element rotatable about the axis at a second speed corresponding to the tilt angle of a planet axle relative to the longitudinal axis; anda first bearing interposed between the first rolling element and the second rolling element.2. The idler assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the first rolling element and the second rolling element comprises a first surface angled for contact with a traction planet and a second surface angled less than the first angle.3. The idler assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first angle is in the range between 0 and 45 degrees.4. The idler assembly of claim 3 , wherein the first angle is in the range between 0 and 10 degrees.5. The idler assembly of claim 2 ...

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29-05-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140148303A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a shift rod that cooperates with a shift rod nut to actuate a ratio change in a CVT. In another embodiment, an axial force generating mechanism can include a torsion spring, a traction ring adapted to receive the torsion spring, and a roller cage retainer configured to cooperate with the traction ring to house the torsion spring. Various inventive power roller-leg assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. Embodiments of a hub shell and a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A carrier for a continuously variable transmission (CVT) , the carrier comprising:a generally cylindrical hollow body having a first end and a second end;a first support axle coupled to the first end, the first support axle extending axially from a first end exterior surface;a second support axle coupled to the second end, the second support axle extending axially from a second end exterior surface;a plurality of openings arranged radially about the outer periphery of the cylindrical hollow body;a first plurality of radial grooves formed on a first end interior surface; anda second plurality of radial grooves formed on a second end interior surface, wherein the first and second pluralities of radial grooves are each configured to couple to a respective plurality of skew-shift reaction rollers of the CVT.2. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the openings is dimensioned to allow an idler assembly of the CVT to pass through the opening.3. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein the first and second plurality of radial grooves comprise a substantially ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

ELECTROMOTIVE DRIVES

Номер: US20170072782A1
Автор: Miller Donald C.
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A transmission having a plurality of tilting balls and opposing input and output discs provides an infinite number of speed combinations over its transmission ratio range. The transmission provides multiple powerpaths and can be combined with electrical components to provide motor/generator functionality, which reduces the overall size and complexity of the motor and transmission compared to when they are constructed separately. In one embodiment, rotatable components of a continuously variable transmission are coupled separately to an electrical rotor and to an electrical stator so that the rotor and stator rotate simultaneously in opposite directions relative to one another. In other embodiments, an electrical rotor is configured to transfer torque to or from a disc that is in contact with a plurality of speed adjusters, while an electrical stator is configured to transfer torque to a shaft that is operationally coupled to the speed adjusters via an idler. 1. A vehicle comprising:an input power source; and a plurality of power adjusters arranged angularly about an axis and in contact with an idler positioned between the plurality of power adjusters and coaxial with the axis, each power adjuster rotatable about a respective tiltable axle,', 'a first disc in contact with the plurality of power adjusters, the first disc configured to receive an input torque from the input power source and to transfer the input torque to the plurality of power adjusters,', 'a second disc in contact with the plurality of power adjusters and configured to transfer an output torque to a mechanical device, the mechanical device being one of an output shaft and a rotatable hub shell, wherein the first and second discs are positioned relative to one another on opposite sides of the plurality of power adjusters,', 'an electrical stator coupled to one of the first disc, the second disc, and the idler, and', 'an electrical rotor coupled to another one of the first disc, the second disc, and ...

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19-03-2015 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20150080165A1
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Inventions are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one aspect, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT. A control system includes a control reference nut coupled to a feedback cam and operably coupled to a skew cam. In some cases, the skew cam is configured to interact with carrier plates of a CVT. Various inventive feedback cams and skew cams can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some transmissions described, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to cooperate with the carrier plates. In some cases, a neutralizer assembly is operably coupled to the carrier plates. A shift cam and a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are described. 1. A method for controlling a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a plurality of tiltable planets , the method comprising the steps of:determining an operating condition for the CVT;comparing the operating condition of the CVT to a control reference;determining a rate of change in tilt angle for the plurality of tiltable planets;determining a tilt angle for the plurality of tiltable planets from the determined rate of change of the tilt angle for the plurality of tiltable planets; andadjusting the tilt angle for the plurality of tiltable planets based on the determined tilt angle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the control reference comprises a parameter associated with the operation of the CVT.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the control reference comprises one of a desired skew angle claim 2 , a desired tilt angle for the plurality of tiltable planets claim 2 , a position reference of a traction sun claim 2 , a speed ratio claim 2 , or a torque ratio.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the control reference is compared to a feedback value.5. ...

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22-03-2018 дата публикации

PLANETARY TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20180079064A1
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An ice drill. The ice drill includes a power head, the power head configured to allow the user to control operation of the ice drill and an engine, the engine producing an output rotation at a crankshaft. The ice drill also includes a planetary transmission. The planetary transmission receives the output rotation from the crankshaft, changes the rotation speed by a specified ratio, and outputs the rotation at an output shaft, wherein the output rotation is left-handed in orientation. The ice drill further includes an auger, the auger attached to the output shaft and a cutting blade, the cutting blade configured to be moved by the auger to create a hole in ice. 1. An ice drill , the ice drill comprising:a power head, the power head configured to allow the user to control operation of the ice drill;an engine, the engine producing an output rotation at a crankshaft; receiving the output rotation from the crankshaft;', 'changing the rotation speed by a specified ratio; and', 'outputting the rotation at an output shaft, wherein the output rotation is left-handed in orientation;, 'a planetary transmission, the planetary transmissionan auger, the auger attached to the output shaft; anda cutting blade, the cutting blade configured to be moved by the auger to create a hole in ice.2. The ice drill of claim 1 , wherein the planetary transmission is centered horizontally relative to the power head.3. The ice drill of claim 1 , wherein the specified ratio is 15:1.4. The ice drill of claim 1 , wherein the specified ratio is 24:1.5. The ice drill of claim 1 , wherein the planetary transmission includes:a clutch drum, wherein the clutch drum allows the engine and the planetary transmission to be disengaged from one another.6. An ice drill claim 1 , the ice drill comprising:a power head, the power head configured to allow the user to control operation of the ice drill;an engine, the engine producing a right-handed output rotation at a crankshaft; [ connected to the output rotation ...

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14-03-2019 дата публикации

Powersplit Powertrains Having Dual Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20190078668A1
Принадлежит: Dana Ltd

A powertrain including: a main shaft; a first variator having a first plurality of balls in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a first carrier assembly; a second variator having a second plurality of balls in contact with a third traction ring assembly and a fourth traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a second carrier assembly; and a planetary gear set having a ring gear, a planet carrier supporting a plurality of planet gears coupled to the ring gear, and a sun gear coupled to the plurality of the planet gears. The first variator, second variator, and planetary gear set are arranged coaxially along the main shaft. The first traction ring assembly is coupled to the planetary gear set and the second traction ring assembly is coupled to the third traction ring assembly.

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22-03-2018 дата публикации

Continuously Variable Transmission Power Bearing

Номер: US20180080531A1
Автор: YUAN Tinghua
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A continuously variable speed power bearing includes a bearing driving inner ring, a bearing driven outer ring, and a movable tooth assembly. A circle of movable tooth grooves are arranged on a periphery of the bearing driving inner ring, the movable tooth assembly is embedded into corresponding movable tooth grooves in a one-to-one mode. The bottoms of the movable tooth grooves are connected to a high-pressure oil inlet. An inner peripheral surface of the bearing driven outer ring is a variable diameter surface, and the variable diameter surface is evenly divided into a plurality of equal parts. Each corresponding equal part has an equal variable diameter and the same direction, and an outer end part of the movable tooth assembly fits the variable diameter surface. 1. A continuously variable speed power bearing , comprising:a bearing driving inner ring,a bearing driven outer ring, anda movable tooth assembly;wherein a circle of movable tooth grooves are arranged on a periphery of the bearing driving inner ring, movable teeth of the movable tooth assembly are embedded into corresponding movable tooth grooves in a one-to-one mode, and bottoms of the movable tooth grooves are connected to a high-pressure oil inlet;wherein an inner peripheral surface of the bearing driven outer ring is a variable diameter surface, the variable diameter surface is evenly divided into a plurality of equal parts, each corresponding equal part has an equal variable diameter and a same direction, and an outer end part of the movable tooth assembly fits the variable diameter surface.2. The continuously variable speed power bearing of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , each movable tooth of the movable tooth assembly comprises a movable tooth supporting body and a rolling column movable tooth connected to an outer end of the movable tooth supporting body claim 1 , and a plurality of notches are formed on a side of the movable tooth supporting body claim 1 , opposite to a corresponding movable tooth ...

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23-03-2017 дата публикации

Continuously Variable Planetary Transmission

Номер: US20170082180A1
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITE CATHOLIQUE DE LOUVAIN

Transmission () comprising a sun (), a planet carrier (), a first planet () having a first axis of revolution () and a first lateral surface () that is nonparallel to it, and a ring (). When there is a relative movement between said first planet () and said ring () for a constant transmission ratio, a force of power transmission, Formula (I), between said first planet () and said ring () defines a plane (). The transmission () comprises rolling means () for allowing a movement of translation between said ring () and said first planet () along a direction of translation () that is perpendicular to said plane () such that different transmission ratios can be obtained, corresponding to different coupling points () between said first lateral surface () and said ring () along said direction of translation (). 110. Continuously variable planetary transmission () comprising:{'b': '1', 'a sun ();'}{'b': '4', 'a planet carrier ();'}{'b': '21', 'claim-text': [{'b': 4', '1, 'mechanically coupled to said planet carrier () and to said sun (),'}, {'b': '41', 'presenting a first axis of revolution (),'}, {'b': 31', '41, 'having a first lateral surface () that is nonparallel to said first axis of revolution ();'}], 'a first planet (){'b': 3', '1', '4', '21, 'a ring () coupled to said sun () and said planet carrier () through said first planet ();'}{'b': 4', '21', '41, 'said planet carrier () and said first planet () being configured such that a relative movement of rotation between them around said first axis of revolution () is possible;'}{'b': 10', '8', '3', '31', '50', '55', '21', '3', '10, 'said continuously variable planetary transmission () being configured such that a coupling point () between said ring () and said first lateral surface () is able to follow a plane curve () in a plane () when there is a relative movement between said first planet () and said ring () for a constant transmission ratio of said continuously variable planetary transmission (); characterized in ...

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21-03-2019 дата публикации

ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF POWER TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20190084650A1
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A centerless wheel assembly may include a centerless rim configured to rotate about a point. The centerless wheel assembly may also include a centerless flywheel that may be configured to indirectly couple with the centerless rim and to rotate about a point. The centerless wheel assembly may additionally include a device for rotating the centerless rim in a first direction and in a second direction. The centerless wheel assembly may also include a one-way bearing that may be disposed between the centerless rim and the centerless flywheel. The one-way bearing may be positioned such that as the centerless rim may rotate in the first direction, the centerless flywheel may be caused to rotate in the first direction and as the centerless rim may rotate in the second direction, the centerless flywheel may not be caused to rotate. 1. A centerless wheel assembly comprising:a centerless rim configured to rotate about a point;a centerless flywheel configured to indirectly couple with the centerless rim and to rotate about the point;a device configured to interface with the centerless rim and to rotate the centerless rim in a first direction and in a second direction; anda one-way bearing disposed between the centerless rim and the centerless flywheel, the one-way bearing positioned such that as the centerless rim rotates in the first direction, the centerless flywheel is caused to rotate, and as the centerless rim rotates in the second direction, the centerless flywheel is not caused to rotate.2. The centerless wheel assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a drive gear shaped to interface with the centerless flywheel claim 1 , the drive gear configured to rotate as the centerless flywheel rotates claim 1 , the centerless flywheel configured to drive the drive gear.3. The centerless wheel assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a shaft with a first end and a second end claim 2 , the shaft coupled to the drive gear on the first end and coupled to a generator on the second end ...

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30-03-2017 дата публикации

CARRIER FOR BALL-TYPE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20170089433A1
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Provided herein is a carrier assembly for a continuously variable transmission having a plurality of balls, each having a tiltable axis of rotation, a first traction ring assembly in contact with each ball, a second traction ring assembly in contact with each ball, the carrier assembly having a carrier manifold member with a plurality of guide slots, each guide slot adapted to operably couple to, and provide support to each ball, the carrier manifold member having a number of lubrication channels, each lubrication channel located radially between each guide slot; and a flange cap member operably coupled to the carrier manifold member. In one embodiment, the carrier assembly is provided with a number of orifice channels. The orifice channels are adapted to deliver a spray of pressurized fluid to internal components of the continuously variable transmission. The orifice channels are formed between the carrier manifold member and the flange cap member. 1. A carrier assembly for a continuously variable transmission having a plurality of balls , each having a tiltable axis of rotation , a first traction ring assembly in contact with each ball , a second traction ring assembly in contact with each ball , the carrier assembly comprising: a carrier manifold member having a plurality of guide slots , each guide slot adapted to operably couple to , and provide support to , each ball , the carrier manifold member having a number of lubrication channels , each lubrication channel located radially between each guide slot; anda flange cap member operably coupled to the carrier manifold member.2. The carrier assembly of claim 1 , wherein the carrier manifold member comprises a plurality of orifice cavities claim 1 , each orifice cavity connected to each lubrication channel.3. The carrier assembly of claim 2 , wherein the carrier manifold member comprises a plurality of orifice cavity entrances claim 2 , each orifice cavity entrance connecting the lubrication channel to the orifice ...

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30-03-2017 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE PLANETARY IDLER SUPPORT BEARING TO IMPROVE OR REDUCE BEARING SPEEDS AND ALLOW IDLER ASSEMBLY AXIAL MOVEMENT

Номер: US20170089434A1
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A continuously variable ball planetary variator comprising a main shaft, an input ring, an output ring, carriers and planets, and further comprising an improved idler support bearing capable of handling axial movement and higher differential rotational speeds between the main shaft and the idler assembly inner race. One improvement includes a continuously variable ball planetary variator comprising a main shaft, an input ring, an output ring, carriers and planets with an improved idler support bearing comprising; an idler bearing with an inner bearing race and an outer bearing race, wherein one bearing race is a split bearing race and one bearing race is a cylindrical bearing race, wherein the split bearing race has a preload between the bearings, and wherein the cylindrical bearing race allows axial movement of the idler assembly, and wherein the idler bearings comprise radial ball bearings to achieve said axial movement. 1. A continuously variable ball planetary variator comprising:a main shaft;an input ring assembly;an output ring assembly;a plurality of tiltable planets each comprising an axle therethrough;wherein the input ring assembly is drivingly engaged to the plurality of planets and the output ring assembly is drivingly engaged to the plurality of planets;a first carrier coupled to the main shaft through a first carrier bearing;a second carrier coupled to the main shaft through a second carrier bearing;wherein the plurality of tiltable planets are coupled to the first and second carriers through the axles; and a first idler,', 'a second idler,', 'an idler thrust bearing,', 'an idler support bearing comprising;', 'a first bearing comprising a first bearing race,', 'a second bearing comprising a second bearing race,', 'a plurality of bearing balls, and', 'a third bearing race,, 'an idler assembly supporting the tiltable planets comprising;'}wherein the first bearing race and second bearing race are each a standard grooved bearing race supporting the ...

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01-04-2021 дата публикации

TRACTION DEVICE

Номер: US20210095744A1
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A traction device including a ring member, a carrier, and a sun member and an electric motor, wherein the electric motor is coupled to at least one of the ring member, the carrier, and the sun member. 1. An electric actuator device , comprising:a traction planetary device including a ring member, a carrier, and a sun member; andan electric motor, wherein the electric motor is coupled to at least one of the ring member, the carrier, and the sun member.2. The electric actuator device of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the ring member claim 1 , the carrier claim 1 , and the sun member is configured to transfer rotational power out of the electric actuator device.3. An electric powertrain claim 1 , comprising:a motor/generator;a first traction drive transmission having a first ring member, a first non-rotatable traction planet carrier configured to support a plurality of traction rollers, and a first sun member coupled to the motor/generator;a second traction drive transmission having a second ring member, a second non-rotatable traction planet carrier, and a second sun member coupled to the first ring member;a first pinion gear having a hollow central bore, the first pinion gear coupled to the second ring member; anda shaft coupled to the second sun member and the first ring member, the shaft passing through the hollow central bore.4. The electric powertrain of claim 3 , further comprising a second pinion gear coupled to the first pinion gear claim 3 , the second pinion gear configured to transmit rotational power.5. The electric powertrain of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of traction rollers are conical in shape.6. The electric powertrain of claim 3 , wherein the first pinion gear is positioned between the motor/generator and the first traction drive transmission.7. The electric powertrain of claim 3 , wherein the first pinion gear is positioned between the first traction drive transmission and the second traction drive transmission.8. An electric powertrain claim ...

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06-04-2017 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND AN INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION VARIATOR DRIVE

Номер: US20170097069A1
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A transmission having a variator drive capable of being placed in a continuously variable operating mode or an infinitely variable operating mode, capable of having a wide ratio range, and capable of integrating a clutching capability within the transmission. The variable transmissions can be operated in at least two different operating modes, depending on an engagement status of the clutches therein. Methods of running the variable transmissions and drivelines that incorporate such variable transmissions are provided. 1. A variable transmission comprising:an input shaft;a first ring assembly rotatably disposed in a housing, the first ring assembly drivingly engaged with the input shaft using a plurality of double planet gears rotatably disposed on the first ring assembly, the first ring assembly configured to be prevented from rotating relative to the housing by a second grounding clutch, and the first ring assembly comprising a first variator ball engagement surface that is in driving engagement with a plurality of tiltable variator balls; a drive shaft drivingly engaged using a second sun gear engaged with a second gear of each of the double planet gears, and', 'an annular arrangement of the plurality of tiltable variator balls each having ball axle shafts; and, 'a variator carrier assembly rotatably disposed in the housing and configured to be militated from rotating relative to the housing by a first grounding clutch, the variator carrier assembly comprising'}a second ring assembly rotatably disposed in the housing drivingly engaged with a vehicle output, the second ring assembly comprising and a second variator ball engagement surface that is in driving engagement with each of the variator balls,wherein said transmission has an infinitely variable operating mode and a continuously variable operating mode.2. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the input shaft is at least partially disposed in the housing.3. The variable transmission of claim 1 , ...

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26-06-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE BICYCLE TRANSMISSION MECHANISM AND BICYCLE HUB

Номер: US20140179478A1
Автор: Urabe Hiroyuki
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A continuously variable bicycle transmission mechanism includes a ring roller, at least one conical planetary roller, a sun roller and a carrier. The at least one conical planetary roller is frictionally engaged with the ring roller. The at least one conical planetary roller is rotatable about a rotational axis of a roller axle of the at least one conical planetary roller. The sun roller is frictionally engaged with the at least one conical planetary roller. The carrier rotatably supports both ends of the roller axle of the at least one conical planetary roller. The carrier is movable along an axis with the at least one conical planetary roller. 1. A continuously variable bicycle transmission mechanism comprising:a ring roller;at least one conical planetary roller frictionally engaged with the ring roller, the at least one conical planetary roller being rotatable about a rotational axis of a roller axle of the at least one conical planetary roller;a sun roller frictionally engaged with the at least one conical planetary roller; anda carrier rotatably supporting both ends of the roller axle of the at least one conical planetary roller, the carrier being movable along an axis with the at least one conical planetary roller.2. The continuously variable bicycle transmission mechanism according to claim 1 , further comprisinga shaft defining the axis,the carrier being slidable along the shaft.3. The continuously variable bicycle transmission mechanism according to claim 2 , further comprisinga bearing unit disposed between the shaft and the carrier.4. The continuously variable bicycle transmission mechanism according to claim 3 , further comprisinga drive member operatively coupled to the sun roller such that a driving force from the drive member is transmitted to the at least one conical planetary roller through the sun roller, anda driven member operatively coupled to the ring roller such that the driven member receives the driving force from the at least one conical ...

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26-06-2014 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140179479A1

Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT. In another embodiment, a control system includes a stator plate configured to have a plurality of radially offset slots. Various inventive traction planet assemblies and stator plates can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the traction planet assemblies include planet axles configured to cooperate with the stator plate. In one embodiment, the stator plate is configured to rotate and apply a skew condition to each of the planet axles. In some embodiments, a stator driver is operably coupled to the stator plate. Embodiments of a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are disclosed. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) comprising:a plurality of traction planet assemblies arranged angularly about a main shaft defining a longitudinal axis of the CVT;a first stator coupled to each traction planet assembly of the plurality of traction planet assemblies, the first stator configured to guide the traction planet assemblies;a second stator coupled to each of the plurality of traction planet assemblies; anda stator driver assembly coupled to the first stator.2. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the stator driver assembly comprises a compound planetary gear set having a plurality of planet gears coupled to a first ring gear and a second ring gear claim 1 , wherein the first ring gear is coupled to the main shaft and the second ring gear is coupled to the first stator.3. The CVT of claim 2 , further comprising a carrier coupled to the plurality of planet gears and further coupled to a timing plate.4. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the stator driver assembly comprises a ...

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16-04-2015 дата публикации

Controllable Mechanical Transmission For Downhole Applications

Номер: US20150105219A1
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A transmission for rotatably coupling an input shaft with an output shaft about a longitudinal axis is disclosed, which may include a continuous variable transmission and an output torque sensing control mechanism. The continuous variable transmission may be a toroidal disc continuous variable transmission. The output torque sensing control mechanism may include a spring and an intermediary output shaft rotatably connected with an output rotating member of the continuous variable transmission, and the output shaft may be externally threaded and matable with an internally threaded portion of the intermediary output shaft. 1. A transmission system for rotatably coupling an input shaft with an output shaft about a longitudinal axis , the transmission comprising:a continuous variable transmission; andan output torque sensing control mechanism.2. The transmission system of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the output shaft is externally threaded claim 1 , and the output torque sensing control mechanism comprises:a spring; andan intermediary output shaft having an internally threaded portion matably receivable with the externally threaded portion of the output shaft, the intermediary output shaft movable in the longitudinal direction as the intermediary output shaft is threaded with the output shaft.3. The transmission system of claim 1 , wherein the continuous variable transmission comprises:an input rotating member rotatably connected to the input shaft;an output rotating member;a toroidal disc provided between the input rotating member and the output rotating member; anda toroidal disc arm connected to the toroidal disc and operable to pivot the toroidal disc between multiple positions between the input rotating member and the output rotating member.4. The transmission system of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of the output shaft is externally threaded claim 3 , and the output torque sensing control mechanism comprises:a spring; andan intermediary output ...

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13-04-2017 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20170102053A1
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Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle is adapted to receive a carrier assembly to facilitate the support of components in a CVT. In another embodiment, a carrier includes a stator support member and a stator interfacial member. In some embodiments, the stator interfacial member is configured to interact with planet subassemblies of a CVT. Various inventive planet subassemblies and idler assemblies can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to have a sliding interface with a carrier assembly. Embodiments of a hub shell, a hub cover are adapted to house components of a CVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces and braking features for a CVT are disclosed. 1. An axial force generator for a continuously variable transmission (CVT) , comprising:a traction ring having a first side for contact with a plurality of spherical planets and a second side having a plurality of ramps;a load cam roller retaining assembly for supporting a plurality of load cam rollers; andan output cam ring having a first side having a plurality of ramps.2. The axial force generator of claim 1 , further comprising a spring having a first end coupled to the traction ring and a second end coupled to the output cam ring claim 1 , wherein the spring biases the plurality of load cam rollers up the plurality of ramps on the traction ring and the plurality of ramps on the output cam ring.3. The axial force generator of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ramps on the traction ring comprises an angled portion and a substantially flat portion claim 1 , whereby axial force increases as the plurality of load cam rollers move up the angled portion on the plurality of ramps ...

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23-04-2015 дата публикации

Ball type continuously variable transmission

Номер: US20150111683A1
Принадлежит: Dana Ltd

A variable transmission includes an input shaft, a planetary gear set drivingly engaged with a variator comprising, a variator carrier assembly, a first ring assembly, and a second ring assembly; and the output shaft, arranged to produce transmissions with continuously variable or infinitely variable output ratios.

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21-04-2016 дата публикации

SPLIT POWER INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION ARCHITECTURE INCORPORATING A PLANETARY TYPE BALL VARIATOR WITH MULTIPLE FIXED RANGES

Номер: US20160109006A1
Автор: Schoolcraft Brian
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A transmission includes an input shaft, an output shaft, at least five planetary gearsets, a variable-ratio unit, and at least six clutches. The input shaft is configured to receive torque from a drive unit. The output shaft is configured to transmit torque to a load. The at least five planetary gearsets, the variable-ratio unit, and the at least six clutches are arranged between the input shaft and the output shaft. The at least six clutches are selectively engageable in combination with one another to select one of at least eight operating modes. 1. A transmission comprising:an input shaft configured to receive torque from a drive unit,an output shaft configured to transmit torque to a load,at least five planetary gearsets arranged between the input shaft and the output shaft,a variable-ratio unit arranged between the input shaft and the output shaft, andat least six clutches arranged between the input shaft and the output shaft, the at least six clutches selectively engageable in combination with one another to select one of at least eight operating modes.2. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein (i) the at least five planetary gearsets comprise only five planetary gearsets claim 1 , and (ii) the at least six clutches comprise only six clutches.3. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein the at least eight operating modes comprise only eight operating modes.4. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein (i) the transmission is operable to receive a first plurality of input speeds at the input shaft and provide a second plurality of output speeds at the output shaft claim 1 , and (ii) the at least eight operating modes include a first mode in which one of the second plurality of output speeds is equal to zero for the first plurality of input speeds.5. The transmission of claim 4 , wherein the transmission is operable to provide (i) a range of negative speed ratios between the input shaft and the output shaft in the first mode claim 4 , and (ii) a range of positive speed ...

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19-04-2018 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND BICYCLE

Номер: US20180106348A1
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A continuously variable transmission includes an input rotor, an output rotor, a plurality of planetary rollers, a guide member, a movable ring, and an elastic member. The input rotor is arranged to rotate about a main axis at a rotation rate before a speed change. The output rotor is arranged to rotate about the main axis at a rotation rate resulting from the speed change. The planetary rollers are arranged around the main axis, and each planetary roller is capable of rotating about a rotation shaft. The guide member is arranged to restrict positions of both end portions of the rotation shaft. The movable ring is capable of rotating about the main axis between the main axis and the planetary rollers. The movable ring is annular, and is capable of moving in an axial direction. The elastic member is capable of expanding and contracting in the axial direction. Each planetary roller includes a first slanting surface, a second slanting surface, and an annular recessed portion or annular projecting portion. The guide member is arranged to hold the end portions of the rotation shaft at different circumferential positions such that each end portion of the rotation shaft is capable of shifting a position thereof in a radial direction with respect to the main axis. The elastic member is arranged to apply a pressure to the movable ring in the axial direction. 1. A continuously variable transmission comprising:an input rotor arranged to rotate about a main axis at a rotation rate before a speed change;an output rotor arranged to rotate about the main axis at a rotation rate resulting from the speed change;a plurality of planetary rollers arranged around the main axis, each planetary roller including a rotation shaft and being capable of rotating about the rotation shaft;a guide member arranged to restrict positions of both end portions of the rotation shaft;an annular movable ring capable of rotating about the main axis between the main axis and the planetary rollers, and ...

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19-04-2018 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY AND/OR INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20180106349A1
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An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, the input shaft is adapted to supply a lubricant to the interior of the transmission. In some embodiments, a stator assembly is coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft. The IVT has a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly. The planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, a traction ring is operably coupled to the planets. The IVT is provided with a housing that is operably coupled to the traction ring. The housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. The traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. In some embodiments, the IVT is provided with a lubricant manifold that is configured to supply a lubricant to the input shaft. 1. A lubricant system for use with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) comprising: a disc-shaped body,', 'a central bore,', 'a lubricant passage in fluid communication with and extending radially from the central bore to an outer circumference of the disc-shaped body, and', 'at least one groove formed in the central bore for receiving a seal of the CVT; and, 'a lubricant manifold comprising'} a first end portion terminating in an axial reaction flange, and', 'a central bore formed along the longitudinal axis from the first end portion to a middle portion., 'a main axle defining a longitudinal axis of the CVT, the main axle comprising'}2. The lubricant system of claim 1 , wherein the central bore comprises at least one lubricant channel for supplying lubricant to one or more of a bearing claim 1 , a traction ring claim 1 , a shifting mechanism claim 1 , and an axial force generator.3. The lubricant system of claim 2 , further comprising a shift rod claim 2 , wherein the central bore is in fluid with the shift rod to supply a lubricant to the interior of the CVT.4. A ...

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11-04-2019 дата публикации

Infinitely variable transmission embodied in a semi planetary configuration

Номер: US20190107182A1
Автор: Guzman Camilo Ernesto
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An infinitely variable transmission capable of shifting from infinity to zero speed ratios in forward and reverse is provided. The transmission offers reciprocal blocking and supports high torque and power, while requiring a fixed number of planetary gears and a hydraulic flow control, without brakes and/or clutch by varying the angular displacement or rotational movement separating the contained vectors (speed and torque) to exploit, in a reciprocal manner, the working flow by maintaining the full potential of the movement force source without a continuity flow break-up. 1. An infinitely variable transmission comprising:a first gear set connected to a driving shaft, the first gear set comprising a first sun gear, a a second sun gear, and a first carrier, wherein the first gear set splits the angular motion of the first carrier between the first and second sun gears; and,a second gear set connected with an output shaft, the second gear set comprises a third sun gear and a second carrier, wherein the first sun gear is meshed with the third sun gear, and the second sun gear is meshed with a second carrier.2. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the first gear set and the second gear sets are in different or identical vectorial angles.3. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 1 , further comprising a geared hydraulic pump with external teeth meshed with the first carrier of the first gear set.4. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 3 , wherein the geared hydraulic pump recirculates oil in a closed loop interfered by a valve.5. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 4 , wherein the first carrier turns freely when the valve is open and the first carrier slows due to increased resistance when the valve is closed claim 4 , such that the motion of second carrier of the second gear set is initiated claim 4 , accelerating the speed of the output shaft.6. The infinitely variable transmission of claim 4 , wherein the valve is an auto- ...

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10-07-2014 дата публикации

BALL TYPE CVT/IVT INCLUDING PLANETARY GEAR SETS

Номер: US20140194242A1
Автор: Cooper Kenneth E.
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

Disclosed herein are power transmissions having one or more operational modes, for example, a continuously variable transmission (CVT) mode, an infinitely variable transmission (IVT) mode, and an IVT/CVT mode, that can be selected for by engaging different clutches and brakes. Disclosed herein are power transmissions comprising a power input shaft, one or more planetary gear sets, a variator (such as a CVT), and one or more clutches and brakes. In some embodiments, a first brake selects an IVT mode, a second brake selects a CVT mode, and a third brake selects an IVT/CVT mode. 1. A power transmission apparatus comprising:a power input shaft;a planetary gear set mechanically coupled to the power input shaft;a variator mechanically coupled to the planetary gear set;one or more clutches and brakes for switching among a plurality of operational modes of the power transmission apparatus.2. The power transmission apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a planetary gear set is coupled to the output of the variator and to a final drive and differential.3. The power transmission apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more clutches and brakes are configured to be selectively engaged or released to switch among the modes of the power transmission apparatus.4. The power transmission apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the planetary gear set comprises a ravigneaux-like gear set.5. The power transmission apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the planetary gear set comprises a dual sun planetary gear set.6. The power transmission apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the dual sun planetary gearset comprises a first plane of gears including first planets claim 5 , and a second plane of gears including second planets claim 5 , wherein the first planets of the first plane of gears and the second planets of the second plane of gears are a single unit.7. The power transmission apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the planetary gear set comprises a three sun planetary gear set.8. The power transmission apparatus of ...

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10-07-2014 дата публикации

BALL TYPE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION/INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20140194243A1
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

A variable transmission includes an input shaft, a planetary gear set drivingly engaged with a variator comprising, a variator carrier assembly, a first ring assembly, and a second ring assembly; and the output shaft, arranged with various combinations of brakes and clutches to produce transmissions with continuously variable or infinitely variable torque output ratios. 1. A variable transmission comprising:an input shaft;a planetary gear set drivingly engaged with the input shaft;a first brake mechanically coupled to an outer ring gear of the planetary gear set;a variator comprising a variator carrier assembly, a first ring assembly, and a second ring assembly, the variator mechanically coupled to a ring gear of the planetary gear set; anda second brake mechanically coupled to a sun gear of the planetary gear set and to a first ring assembly of the variatora second ring assembly of the variator drivingly engaged to an output of the variable transmission.2. (canceled)3. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein when the first brake is engaged and the second brake is disengaged claim 1 , the ring gear of the planetary gear set and a carrier of the variator are held fixed claim 1 , thereby engaging a continuously variable mode.4. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein power passes through the sun gear of the planetary gear set to the first ring assembly when the transmission is in a continuously variable mode.5. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein when the second brake is engaged and the first brake is disengaged claim 1 , the sun gear of the planetary gear set and the first ring assembly are held fixed claim 1 , thereby engaging an infinitely variable mode.6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein a transition between a continuously variable mode and an infinitely variable mode is accomplished by simultaneously releasing one of the first brake and the second brake while applying the other of the first brake ...

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05-05-2016 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND AN INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION VARIATOR DRIVE

Номер: US20160123438A1
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A transmission having a variator drive capable of being placed in a continuously variable operating mode or an infinitely variable operating mode, capable of having a wide ratio range, and capable of integrating a clutching capability within the transmission. The variable transmissions can be operated in at least two different operating modes, depending on an engagement status of the clutches therein. Methods of running the variable transmissions and drivelines that incorporate such variable transmissions are provided. 2. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the input shaft and the output shaft are at least partially disposed in the housing.3. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein a first middle portion of the input shaft is selectively drivingly engaged with the first ring assembly.4. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein a second middle portion of the input shaft is selectively drivingly engaged with the variator carrier assembly.5. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein a second middle portion of the input shaft forms the sun gear and is drivingly engaged with the variator carrier assembly.6. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the input shaft is drivingly engaged with a pump.7. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the clutch comprises a wet plate clutch claim 1 , a dry plate clutch claim 1 , a cone clutch claim 1 , or any other clutch type that may be variably engaged.8. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the variator carrier assembly comprises a brake clutch which is configured to place the variable transmission in a parking condition.9. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of planet gears are drivingly engaged with the sun gear formed on the input shaft and with the fixed ring gear coupled to the housing.10. (canceled)11. The variable transmission of claim 1 , wherein the first ring assembly comprises a clutch engagement portion.12. The variable transmission of claim ...

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

Power Converter Having A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180119785A1
Автор: Cooper Kenneth E.
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Devices and methods are provided herein for the transmission of power in motor vehicles. Power is transmitted in a smoother and more efficient manner by splitting torque into two or more torque paths. In some embodiments, a power converter is configured to have a ball-type variator and two planetary gear sets. Two clutches selectively engagement members of the variator to provide an infinitely variable transmission mode and a continuously variable transmission mode. 1. A power converter comprising:an input shaft;an output shaft;a variator having a first plurality of balls, each ball provided with a tiltable axis of rotation, each ball in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a first carrier assembly, wherein the second traction ring operably coupled to the output shaft;a first planetary gear set having a first ring gear, a first planet carrier supporting a first plurality of planet gears coupled to the first ring gear, the first planet carrier operably coupled to the input shaft, and a first sun gear coupled to the first plurality of the planet gears, the first sun gear operably coupled to the output shaft;a second planetary gear set having a second ring gear operably coupled to the first traction ring assembly, a second planet carrier supporting a second plurality of planet gears coupled to the second ring gear, the second planet carrier operably coupled to the first ring gear, and a second sun gear coupled to the second plurality of the planet gears, the second sun gear operably coupled to the carrier assembly;a first clutch coupled to the carrier assembly and the second sun gear, wherein the first clutch is configured to selectively couple to ground; anda second clutch coupled to the first traction ring assembly and the second ring gear, wherein the second clutch is configured to selectively couple to ground.2. The powertrain of claim 1 , further comprising an engine damper coupled to ...

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

Continuously Variable Transmission Having A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180119786A1
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Devices and methods are provided herein for the transmission of power in motor vehicles. Power is transmitted in a smoother and more efficient manner by splitting torque into two or more torque paths. In some embodiments, a powertrain is configured to have a ball-type variator and two planetary gear sets. Clutches selectively engagement members of the variator to provide multiple modes of operation. 1. A powertrain comprising:an input shaft;a counter shaft aligned parallel to the input shaft;a variator aligned coaxially with the input shaft, the variator having a first plurality of balls, each ball provided with a tiltable axis of rotation, each ball in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a carrier assembly;a first planetary gear set arranged coaxially with the input shaft, the first planetary gear set having a first ring gear operably coupled to the first traction ring assembly, a first planet carrier supporting a set of dual pinion gears, the first planet carrier operably coupled to the input shaft, a first sun gear coupled to the first planet carrier, and the first sun gear operably coupled to the second traction ring assembly;a second planetary gear set arranged coaxially with the counter shaft, the second planetary gear set having a second ring gear, a second planet carrier supporting a second plurality of planet gears coupled to the second ring gear, the second planet carrier operably coupled to the second ring gear, a third planet carrier supporting a third plurality of planet gears, the third planet carrier operably coupled to the second ring gear, a second sun gear coupled to the second plurality of the planet gears, and a third sun gear coupled to the third plurality of planet gears;a first-and-second mode clutch coupled to the second sun gear, wherein the first-and-second mode clutch is configured to selectively couple to ground;a second-and-third mode clutch coupled to the ...

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

Symmetric Infinitely Variable Transmission Having A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180119810A1
Автор: Phillips Andrew W.
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Provided herein is a powertrain including: a main shaft; a variator having a first plurality of balls, each ball provided with a tiltable axis of rotation, each ball in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a first carrier assembly; a first planetary gear set having a first ring gear, a first planet carrier supporting a first plurality of planet gears coupled to the first ring gear, and a first sun gear coupled to the first plurality of the planet gears; and a second planetary gear set having a second ring gear, a second planet carrier supporting a second plurality of planet gears coupled to the second ring gear, and a second sun gear coupled to the second plurality of the planet gears. 1. A powertrain comprising:a main shaft;a variator having a first plurality of balls, each ball provided with a tillable axis of rotation, each ball in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, and each ball operably coupled to a first carrier assembly;a first planetary gear set having a first ring gear, a first planet carrier supporting a first plurality of planet gears coupled to the first ring gear, and a first sun gear coupled to the first plurality of the planet gears; anda second planetary gear set having a second ring gear, a second planet carrier supporting a second plurality of planet gears coupled to the second ring gear, and a second sun gear coupled to the second plurality of the planet gears,wherein the first traction ring assembly is configured to receive a rotational power, the first traction ring assembly is operably coupled to the second sun gear,wherein the second traction ring assembly is operably coupled to the first ring gear,wherein the first planet carrier is operably coupled to the second planet carrier, andwherein the first sun gear is operably coupled to ground.2. The powertrain of claim 1 , wherein second ring gear is configured to transmit a ...

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

Ball Variator Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180119811A1
Автор: Sebastian J. Peters
Принадлежит: Dana Ltd

Devices and methods are provided herein for the transmission of power in motor vehicles. Power is transmitted in a smoother and more efficient manner by splitting torque into two or more torque paths. Provided herein is variator including a rotatable shaft operably coupleable to a source of rotational power and a variator assembly having a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation. The variator assembly is coaxial with the rotatable shaft and further includes a first axial thrust bearing coupled to the rotatable shaft and the first traction ring assembly and a second axial thrust bearing coupled to the rotatable shaft and the second traction ring assembly.

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

Traction Path Oil Control For A Ball Variator Continuosly Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180119812A1
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Provided herein is a variator including: a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation; and a traction patch oil control member coupled to the first and/or second traction ring assembly. 1. A variator comprising:a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation; anda traction patch oil control member coupled to the first traction ring assembly.2. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the traction patch oil control member is an annular ring.3. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the traction patch oil control member is positioned to impede a traction fluid exiting a contact location between the first traction ring assembly and the ball.4. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the traction patch oil control member is integral with the first traction ring assembly.5. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the traction patch oil control member is fastened to the first traction ring assembly with a plurality of fasteners. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/587,551, filed Nov. 17, 2017, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.A driveline including a continuously variable transmission allows an operator or a control system to vary a drive ratio in a stepless manner, permitting a power source to operate at its most advantageous rotational speed.Provided herein is a variator including: a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation; and a traction patch oil control member coupled to the first and/or second traction ring assembly.All publications, patents, and patent applications mentioned in this specification are herein incorporated ...

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03-05-2018 дата публикации

CONTROL METHOD FOR SYNCHRONOUS SHIFTING OF A TRANSMISSION COMPRISING A COTINUOUSLY VARIABLE PLANETARY MECHANISM

Номер: US20180119814A1
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

A control system for a multiple-mode continuously variable transmission is described as having a ball planetary variator operably coupled to multiple-mode gearing. The control system has a transmission control module configured to receive a plurality of electronic input signals, and to determine a mode of operation from a plurality of control ranges based at least in part on the plurality of electronic input signals. In some embodiments, the system also has a ratio schedule module configured to store at least one shift schedule map, and configured to determine a desired speed ratio of the variator based at least in part on the mode of operation; a variator control module configured to receive the desired speed ratio and configured to determine an actuator setpoint signal based at least in part on the mode of operation; and a torque reversal module. 146-. (canceled)47. A method of operating a continuously variable transmission having a variator operably coupled to a multiple-mode gearing having a first clutch and a second clutch , the method comprising:operating a continuously variable planetary having a plurality of tiltable balls in contact with a first traction ring assembly and a second traction ring assembly, wherein a speed ratio between the first traction ring assembly and the second traction ring assembly corresponds to a tilt angle of the balls;operably coupling the continuously variable planetary to the first clutch and the second clutch;comparing a current speed ratio of the transmission to an upshift speed ratio setpoint;comparing a current vehicle speed to an upshift vehicle speed setpoint; andcommanding an upshift of the multiple mode gearing based at least in part on the comparisons.48. The method of claim 47 , further comprising comparing the current speed ratio of the transmission to a downshift speed ratio setpoint.49. The method of claim 48 , further comprising comparing the current vehicle speed to a downshift vehicle setpoint.50. The method of ...

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04-05-2017 дата публикации

FOUR MODE POWERTRAIN CONFIGURATIONS WITH A BALL VARIATOR CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION USED AS A POWERSPLIT

Номер: US20170122418A1
Автор: HAKA Raymond J.
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Devices and methods are provided herein for the transmission of power in motor vehicles. Power is transmitted in a smoother and more efficient manner by splitting torque into two or more torque paths. A continuously variable transmission is provided with a ball variator assembly, a planetary gearset coupled thereto and an arrangement of rotatable shafts with multiple gears and clutches that extend the ratio range of the variator. In some embodiments, clutches are coupled to the gear sets to enable synchronous shifting of gear modes. 1. A continuously variable transmission comprising:a first rotatable shaft operably coupleable to a source of rotational power;a second rotatable shaft aligned substantially coaxial to the first rotatable shaft, the first rotatable shaft and second rotatable shaft forming a main axis of the transmission;a third rotatable shaft aligned substantially parallel to the main axis;a variator assembly having a first traction ring and a second traction ring in contact with a plurality of traction planets, each traction planet having a tiltable axis of rotation;wherein the variator assembly is coaxial with the main axis;a first planetary gearset having a first planet carrier, a first sun gear, and a first ring gear;wherein the first sun gear is coupled to the first traction ring, the first ring gear is coupled to the second traction ring, and the first planet carrier is coupled to the first rotatable shaft;a second planetary gear set operably coupled to the third rotatable shaft, the second planetary gear set having a second planet carrier, a second sun gear, and a second ring gear;a first clutch positioned coaxial with the third rotatable shaft;a second clutch coupled to the first clutch, the second clutch coaxial with the third rotatable shaft;a third clutch coaxial with the third rotatable shaft; anda fourth clutch operably coupled to the second planetary gear set.2. The continuously variable transmission of claim 1 , further comprising a first ...

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24-07-2014 дата публикации

ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS FOR CLAMPING FORCE GENERATION

Номер: US20140206499A1
Автор: Lohr Charles B.

Mechanisms and methods for clamping force generation are disclosed. In one embodiment, a clamping force generator system includes a permanent magnet bearing coupled to a traction ring and to a torque coupling. The traction ring can be provided with an electromagnetic bearing rotor and the torque coupling can be provided with an electromagnetic bearing stator. In some embodiments, a mechanical load cam, a permanent magnet bearing, and an electromagnetic bearing cooperate to generate a clamping force between the traction rings, the power rollers, and the idler. In other embodiments, a series of permanent magnet bearings and a mechanical bearing configured to produce a clamping force. In one embodiment an electromagnetic bearing is coupled to a control system and produces a specified clamping force that is associated with a torque transmitted in the transmission during operation. In some embodiments, a mechanical load cam produces a clamping force proportional to torque, while a permanent magnet bearing provides a minimum clamping force. 1. An axial force generator for use with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a set of spherical power rollers arranged angularly about a main axis and in contact with a support member , the set of spherical power rollers being between and in contact with a first traction ring and a second traction ring , the main axis defining a longitudinal axis , the axial force generator comprising:a permanent magnet bearing; andan electromagnetic bearing for receiving a rotational power, wherein the permanent magnet bearing is adapted to provide a force between the spherical power rollers, the first and second traction rings, and the support member.2. The axial force generator of claim 1 , further comprising a spring for preloading the axial force generator.3. The axial force generator of claim 1 , further comprising an anti-friction bearing coupled to the first traction ring.4. The axial force generator of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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25-04-2019 дата публикации

Power-Split Continuously Variable Transmission Device

Номер: US20190120353A1
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A variator unit of a power-split continuously variable transmission device is fixed to a rotationally fixed component and has a primary side rotationally fixed to an input shaft and a secondary side rotationally fixed to each respective first element of the first and a second planetary gear sets via a third shaft. A third element of the first planetary gear set is rotationally fixed to a third element of the second planetary gear set via a fourth shaft and is fixable to the rotationally fixed component via a first shift element. A fifth shaft is rotationally fixed to a second element of the second planetary gear set, which is fixable to the rotationally fixed component via the third shift element, and is connectable to the input shaft via the second shift element. A second element of the first planetary gear set is rotationally fixed to the output shaft. 112-. (canceled)13100. A power-split continuously variable transmission device () , comprising:{'b': '1', 'an input shaft ();'}{'b': '2', 'an output shaft ();'}{'b': '1', 'a first planetary gear set (RS) arranged between the input shaft and the output shaft;'}{'b': 2', '1', '1', '2, 'a second planetary gear set (RS) connected to the first planetary gear set (RS) and arranged between the input shaft () and the output shaft (); and'}{'b': 10', '1', '1', '10', '1', '1', '2', '1', '1', '2', '10', '1', '2', '1', '2', '1, 'a variator unit () for transmitting power in a continuously variable manner from the input shaft () to the first planetary gear set (RS), the variator unit () having a first shift element (B), a second shift element (K) and a third shift element (B), selective actuation of the first, second and third shift elements (B, K, B) providing different power paths via the variator unit () and the first and second planetary gear sets (RS, RS) while making a first mode (V), a second mode (V) and a third mode (R) available,'}{'b': 10', '11', '10', '1', '12', '10', '11', '1', '21', '2', '3, 'wherein the variator ...

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25-04-2019 дата публикации

Power-Split Continuously Variable Transmission Device

Номер: US20190120354A1
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A variator unit of a power-split continuously variable transmission is fixed to a rotationally fixed component and has a primary side rotationally fixed to an input shaft and a secondary side rotationally fixed to a first element of a second planetary gear set via a third shaft. A third element of a first planetary gear set is rotationally fixed via a fourth shaft to a second element of the second planetary gear set, which is fixable to the rotationally fixed component via a first shift element and connectable to the input shaft via a second shift element. A third element of the second planetary gear set is rotationally fixed via a fifth shaft to a first element of the first planetary gear set fixable to the rotationally fixed component via a third shift element. The second element of the first planetary gear set is rotationally fixed to an output shaft. 112-. (canceled)13100. A power-split continuously variable transmission device () , comprising:{'b': '1', 'an input shaft ();'}{'b': '2', 'an output shaft ();'}{'b': 1', '1', '2, 'a first planetary gear set (RS) arranged between the input shaft () and the output shaft ();'}{'b': 2', '1', '1', '2, 'a second planetary gear set (RS) connected to the first planetary gear set (RS) and arranged between the input shaft () and the output shaft (); and'}{'b': 10', '1', '1', '10', '1', '1', '2', '1', '1', '2', '10', '1', '2', '1', '2', '1, 'a variator unit () for transmitting power in a continuously variable manner from the input shaft () to the first planetary gear set (RS), the variator unit () having a first shift element (B), a second shift element (K) and a third shift element (B), selective actuation of the first, second and third shift elements (B, K, B) implements different power paths via the variator unit () and the first and second planetary gear sets (RS, RS) while making a first mode (V), a second mode (V), and a third mode (R) available,'}{'b': 10', '11', '10', '1', '12', '21', '2', '3, 'wherein the variator ...

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12-05-2016 дата публикации

INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS, METHODS, ASSEMBLIES, SUBASSEMBLIES, AND COMPONENTS THEREFOR

Номер: US20160131231A1
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Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for infinitely variable transmissions (IVT) having a variator provided with a plurality of tilting spherical planets. In one embodiment, a variator is provided with multiple planet arrays. In another embodiment, a hydraulic system is configured to control the transmission ratio of the IVT. Various inventive idler assemblies and planet-pivot arm assemblies can be used to facilitate adjusting the transmission speed ratio of an IVT. Embodiments of a transmission housing and bell housing are adapted to house components of an IVT and, in some embodiments, to cooperate with other components of the IVT to support operation and/or functionality of the IVT. Various related devices include embodiments of, for example, a control feedback mechanism, axial force generation and management mechanisms, a control valve integral with an input shaft, and a rotatable carrier configured to support planet-pivot arm assemblies. 1. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) , comprising:an input shaft coupled to a power source; an array of planets angularly positioned about a longitudinal axis of each variator, each planet rotatable about a planet axle, wherein tilting of the array of planets produces a ratio shift in the respective variator,', 'a first traction ring and a second traction ring in contact with the array of planets, and', 'an idler located radially inward of, and in contact with, the array of planets;, 'a first variator and a second variator coupled to the input shaft, wherein each of the first variator and the second variator comprises'}a differential mechanism positioned between the first variator and the second variator; andan output shaft for coupling to a power load.2. The CVT of claim 1 , wherein the differential mechanism is configured to allow the first variator to rotate at a different ratio than the second variator.3. The CVT of claim 1 , further comprising a center cam ...

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12-05-2016 дата публикации

3-MODE FRONT WHEEL DRIVE AND REAR WHEEL DRIVE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE PLANETARY TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20160131235A1
Автор: Phillips Andrew W.
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A front wheel drive or rear wheel drive continuously variable transmission is provided having an input shaft, an output shaft, a continuously variable tilting ball planetary variator, a compound planetary gearset assembly having first, second, third, and fourth rotating elements, and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. The compound planetary gearset assembly has a simple single pinion gearset and a compound double pinion gearset, having fixedly connected planetary carriers and fixedly connected ring gears, creating a joint planetary gear carrier and joint ring gear. The outer planetary gears engage the ring gear which drives the output shaft. Selective torque transmitting devices include clutches and braking clutches. 112.-. (canceled)13. A continuously variable transmission comprising:a stationary housing;an input shaft;an output shaft;a gearset having a first rotating element, a second rotating element, a third rotating element, and a fourth rotating element;a variator assembly having a first ring assembly and a second ring assembly;a first clutch capable of engaging the fourth rotating element to the stationary housing;a second clutch capable of engaging the input shaft to the second rotating element; anda third clutch capable of engaging the second rotating element to the stationary housing; the input shaft is fixedly connected with the first ring assembly,', 'the second ring assembly is fixedly connected with the first rotating element,', 'the output shaft is fixedly connected with the third rotating element,', 'engagement of the first clutch establishes a first forward variable range within an overall transmission speed ratio,', 'engagement of the second clutch establishes a second forward variable range within the overall transmission speed ratio,', 'engagement of the third clutch establishes a reverse variable range within the overall transmission speed ratio, and', 'the variator controls a variable speed ratio between speeds of the first ring ...

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10-05-2018 дата публикации

Articulating Sub-Housing For A Ball-Type Continuously Variable Planetary Transmission

Номер: US20180128357A1
Автор: VanSelous Joseph S.
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Provided herein is a continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a carrier assembly for a continuously variable transmission having a plurality of balls, each having a tiltable axis of rotation, a first traction ring assembly in contact with each ball, a second traction ring assembly in contact with each ball. The CVT is provided with a first sub-housing member coupled to a first carrier member. The first sub-housing member fixed from rotation and adapted to provide fluid containment of traction fluid for the CVT. The CVT is provided with a second sub-housing member coupled to a second carrier member. The second sub-housing member configured to rotate relative to the first sub-housing member corresponding to a shifting of the speed ratio of the CVT. 1. A continuously variable planetary (CVP) having a plurality of balls , each ball having a tiltable axis of rotation , each ball in contact with a first traction ring and a second traction ring , the CVP comprising:a rotatable shaft aligned along a longitudinal axis of the CVP, the rotatable shaft positioned radially inward of the balls, the first traction ring and the second traction ring; a first carrier member arranged coaxial to the rotatable shaft, and', 'a second carrier member operably coupled to the first carrier member, the second carrier member configured to rotate relative to the first carrier member and arranged coaxial to the rotatable shaft;, 'a carrier assembly operably coupled to each ball, the carrier assembly comprisinga first sub-housing member operably coupled to the first carrier member; anda second sub-housing member operably coupled to the second carrier member,wherein the second sub-housing member is adapted to rotate relative to the first sub-housing member, andwherein the first sub-housing member and the second sub-housing member enclose the plurality of balls, the first traction ring, the second traction ring, and the carrier assembly.2. The CVP of claim 1 , wherein the first sub-housing ...

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11-05-2017 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE PLANETARY-BASED MULTIMODE TRANSMISSION INCLUDING INFINITE VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND DIRECT CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20170130811A1
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A variable transmission includes various powerpath layouts comprising configurations based on a two stage gearbox with a first stage providing a multi-mode configuration combining power-split modes, direct drive modes and a directional stage to select driving either forward or reverse with a pair of direction clutches; or multi-mode operation comprising a planetary gear set as the central part of the configurations together with the CVP, wherein the modes are selected by engaging a clutch/brake while releasing the others. These configurations are particularly useful for compact Off-Highway applications such as compact wheel loaders having a wide speed range and high rimpull force requirement where an operator may also desire limited jerking motion during shifts in the low speed range. 1. A variable transmission based on a three mode gearbox with directional stage comprising:an input shaft;a variator (CVP) comprising an input ring assembly drivingly engaged to the input shaft, and an output ring assembly; a direct (DIR) drive clutch,', 'a first planetary gearset comprising the elements: a first sun gear, a first set of planet gears, a first carrier, and a first ring gear, and', 'a second planetary gearset comprising the elements: a second sun gear,, 'a dual planetary gear set comprising;'} wherein the variator (CVP) is connected to the first sun, and', 'wherein the variator (CVP) may also be connected to an optional first gear ratio;, 'a second set of planet gears, a second carrier and a second ring gear,'} wherein the output of the IVT clutch is connected to the second ring through a third gear ratio which is linked to the first carrier;', 'the first sun gear and the second sun gear are connected to form a dual sun gear set;', 'the second ring and the first carrier are connected;', 'the first ring gear (output) is drivingly engaged to a first part of a forward (FWD) clutch and to a reverse idler shaft (REV-IS) wherein, the reverse idler shaft (REV-IS) is connected ...

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02-05-2019 дата публикации

Slip-modulated Prioperceptive Infinitely Variable Transmission and Robotic Power Distribution System

Номер: US20190128390A1
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A transmission or actuator offering one or more rotational outputs proportionate in speed and direction to that of a common rotational input, each with its own ratio coupled with a controllable dynamic slip/compliance element and optionally either of a one-way bearing or brake preventing back driving. Ratios are continuously variable between positive and negative values, including infinity, varied by mechanical or electromechanical actuators under external or computer control. The transmission may intrinsically integrate multiple partial transmissions for increasing torque capability, rapidly changing between alternate settings, and/or to drive multiple outputs with customizable design. A communicating system of such distributed transmissions forming a hierarchy or network, each transmission driven directly by a motor, indirectly by the output of another transmission, or both, including indirect cumulative forward and back driving throughout the hierarchy or network. Such a network of actuators for complex robotic, manufacturing, movement, or transport applications. 1. A transmission system , comprising:an input shaft, having a central axis of rotation, for coupling to a source of rotational motion;an output shaft for coupling to the joint workload and/or another transmission;a reversible infinitely variable transmission connected to the input and output shafts;a slip modulator;a ratio modulator; anda controller.2. The transmission of claim 1 , further comprising:a prioperceptive sensor array with at least one sensing point and at least one sensed variable.3. The transmission of claim 1 , further comprising:wherein the continuously variable transmission in the reversible infinitely variable transmission is comprised of a wheel on disk continuously variable transmission with integrated slip and ratio modulators.4. The transmission of claim 3 , further comprising:wherein a plurality of output wheel assemblies is present on the same input disk for the purposes of ...

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23-04-2020 дата публикации

HIGH RATIO TRACTION DRIVE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20200124137A1
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A high ratio traction drive transmission includes a sun roller, a traction ring, a plurality of traction planets in contact with the sun roller and the traction ring, at least one reaction roller in contact with at least one of the traction planets, and a carrier assembly coupled to at least one of the traction planets and the at least one reaction roller. The sun roller has a first longitudinal axis and the traction ring is aligned coaxially with a second longitudinal axis, wherein the first longitudinal axis is radially offset from the second longitudinal axis. 1. A transmission , comprising:a sun roller having a first longitudinal axis;a traction ring having a second longitudinal axis, wherein the first longitudinal axis is radially offset from the second longitudinal axis;a plurality of traction planets disposed adjacent the sun roller and the traction ring;at least one reaction roller disposed adjacent at least one of the traction planets; anda carrier assembly coupled to at least one of the traction planets and the at least one reaction roller.2. The transmission of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of traction planets includes at least one fixed traction planet and at least one floating traction planet.3. The transmission of claim 2 , wherein the at least one fixed traction planet is in contact with at least one of the sun roller and the traction ring.4. The transmission of claim 2 , wherein the at least one reaction roller is in contact with the at least one floating traction planet.5. The transmission of claim 2 , wherein the carrier assembly is coupled to the at least one fixed traction planet.6. The transmission of claim 1 , further comprising a ring coupling coupled to the traction ring.7. The transmission of claim 6 , wherein the ring coupling further comprises an inner hub having a spline interface arranged coaxially with the second longitudinal axis claim 6 , an outer flange coupled to the traction ring claim 6 , and a number of elastic fingers ...

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03-06-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING ROLLBACK IN CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS

Номер: US20210164563A1

A continuously variable transmission capable of operating in a forward direction or reverse direction may be controlled in the reverse direction by providing an initial skew angle in a first skew direction, followed by a set or sequence of skew angle adjustments in an opposite direction to prevent runaway or other unintended consequences. A continuously variable transmission may include a timing plate to maintain all planets at an angle or within a range of an angle in forward and reverse operations. 1. A method for controlling tilt angle in a ball planetary continuously variable transmission (CVT) comprising a first carrier comprising a plurality of first slots and a second carrier comprising a plurality of second slots and at least one planet axle extending from a first particular slot of the plurality of first slots to a second particular slot of the plurality of second slots , the method comprising:operating the CVT in a design direction of rotation, including rotating the first carrier of the CVT in a first direction to a first skew angle of the planet axle associated with a desired tilt angle of the planet axle; and rotating the first carrier of the CVT in a second direction opposite the first direction to a second skew angle of the planet axle;', 'monitoring the CVT to determine a change in a tilt angle of the planet axle; and', 'rotating the first carrier in the first direction to a third skew angle of the planet axle, the third skew angle resulting in the CVT having the desired tilt angle of the planet axle., 'operating the CVT in a reverse direction of rotation, including'}2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining when the CVT has switched from the design direction to the reverse direction.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein operating the CVT in the reverse rotation further comprises causing a series of additional changes to the skew angle of the planet axle in the first direction.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:determining, ...

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17-05-2018 дата публикации

Electromagnetic Device For Ball-Type Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180135734A1
Автор: Horak Joseph J.
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Provided herein is a sun assembly for a continuously variable transmission having a plurality of balls, each having a tiltable axis of rotation, a first traction ring assembly in contact with each ball, a second traction ring assembly in contact with each ball, the sun assembly having a first sun ring and a second sun ring located radially inward of, and in contact with, each ball. The sun assembly is operably coupled to an electromagnetic device. In some embodiments, the electromagnetic device is a bearing configured to provide radial support to the balls. In some embodiments, the electromagnetic device is a motor configured to produce an output power from the sun assembly. In some embodiments the electromagnetic device is a speed sensor. In some embodiments, the electromagnetic device is a selectable torque transmitting device. 1. A sun assembly for a continuously variable transmission having a plurality of balls , each having a tiltable axis of rotation , a first traction ring assembly in contact with each ball , a second traction ring assembly in contact with each ball , the sun assembly comprising:a first sun ring;a second sun ring, wherein the first sun ring and the second sun ring are located radially inward of, and coupled to, each ball;a sun support member located radially inward of, and coupled to, the first sun ring and the second sun ring; andan electromagnetic device operable coupled to the sun support member.2. The sun assembly of claim 1 , wherein the electromagnetic device further comprises a coil layer and a magnet layer.3. The sun assembly of claim 2 , wherein the coil layer comprises a plurality of layers of copper wire.4. The sun assembly of claim 3 , wherein the coil layer is non-rotating.5. The sun assembly of claim 2 , wherein the magnet layer comprises a plurality of permanent magnets.6. The sun assembly of claim 5 , wherein the magnet layer is coupled to the sun support member.7. The sun assembly of claim 1 , wherein the electromagnetic ...

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17-05-2018 дата публикации

Ball Variator Continuously Variable Transmission

Номер: US20180135742A1
Автор: Selvarasu Premsainath
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Provided herein is a variator including: a first traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tillable axis of rotation; a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls; and an idler assembly located radially inward of the first traction ring assembly and the second traction ring assembly, the idler assembly in contact with the plurality of balls. The idler assembly includes a first idler ring, a second idler ring, an inner idler race located radially inward of the first idler ring and the second idler ring, a plurality of bearing balls operably coupled to the second idler ring and the inner idler race, and a first visco-elastic damper member coupled to the first idler ring and the inner idler race. 1. A variator comprising:a first traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls, wherein each ball of the plurality of balls has a tiltable axis of rotation;a second traction ring assembly in contact with a plurality of balls; and a first idler ring;', 'a second idler ring;', 'an inner idler race located radially inward of the first idler ring and the second idler ring;', 'a plurality of bearing balls operably coupled to the second idler ring and the inner idler race; and', 'a first visco-elastic damper member coupled to the first idler ring and the inner idler race., 'an idler assembly located radially inward of the first traction ring assembly and the second traction ring assembly, the idler assembly in contact with the plurality of balls, the idler assembly comprising2. The variator of claim 1 , further comprising a circlip coupled to the inner idler race and operably coupled to the first idler ring.3. The variator of claim 2 , wherein the first visco-elastic damper member is positioned between the first idler ring and the circlip.4. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the first visco-elastic damper is an o-ring.5. The variator of claim 1 , wherein the first visco-elastic ...

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17-05-2018 дата публикации

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION

Номер: US20180135750A1
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Inventions are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one aspect, a control system is adapted to facilitate a change in the ratio of a CVT. A control system includes a control reference nut coupled to a feedback cam and operably coupled to a skew cam. In some cases, the skew cam is configured to interact with carrier plates of a CVT. Various inventive feedback cams and skew cams can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some transmissions described, the planet subassemblies include legs configured to cooperate with the carrier plates. In some cases, a neutralizer assembly is operably coupled to the carrier plates. A shift cam and a traction sun are adapted to cooperate with other components of the CVT to support operation and/or functionality of the CVT. Among other things, shift control interfaces for a CVT are described. 1. A method for controlling a continuously variable transmission (CVT) comprising a plurality of traction planets arranged around a main axle defining a longitudinal axis and between first and second traction rings , each traction planet having a planet axle defining an axis of rotation that is tiltable to change a ratio of output speed to input speed , the method comprising:receiving, from a control reference source, a control reference indicative of a desired operating condition for the CVT;rotating a first carrier plate to a carrier plate angle relative to a second carrier plate, wherein the first carrier plate is coupled to a first end of each planet axle and rotatable about the main axle, wherein the second carrier plate is coupled to a second end of each planet axle and rigidly coupled to the main axle, and wherein rotation of the first carrier relative to the second carrier induces a skew condition on each planet axle;sensing a present operating condition for the CVT;comparing the present operating condition of the CVT to the control reference to ...

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