Abstract: This paper deals with the experimental analysis of link tension distribution in a chain type continuously variable transmission. We have developed an ad hoc measuring device constituted by a ...

Abstract: This paper is concerned with the shifting behavior of a metal belt CVT. The calculations are performed for the chain belt case by using a one-dimensional model of the belt: the radial thickness ...

Abstract: Today the use of metal V-belt (MVB) on C.V.T. (continuously variable transmission) based systems is the rule in automotive applications. The great advantage of this kind of belt is the capability ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a one-dimensional continuous model of the steel pushing V-belt, which describes the shifting dynamics of the CVT transmission during rapid speed ratio variations. The model ...

Abstract: This paper deals with the strongly nonstationary squeeze of an oil film at the interface between the chain pin and pulley in chain belt continuously variable transmission. We concentrate on ...

Abstract: In this paper, we analyze in terms of efficiency and traction capabilities a recently patented toroidal traction drive variator: the so-called double roller full-toroidal variator (DFTV). By ...

Abstract: The authors present an optimization procedure in designing infinitely variable transmission architectures, which allows them to achieve a significant reduction in power recirculation and, hence, ...

Abstract: The paper deals with the theoretical and experimental evaluation of the performance of a continuously variable transmission chain drive in steady-state conditions. We propose an enhanced version ...