Device for adapting continuously variable transmissions to infinitely variable transmissions with forward-neutral-reverse capabilities
- Albuquerque, NM
An infinitely variable transmission is capable of operating between a maximum speed in one direction and a minimum speed in an opposite direction, including a zero output angular velocity, while being supplied with energy at a constant angular velocity. Input energy is divided between a first power path carrying an orbital set of elements and a second path that includes a variable speed adjustment mechanism. The second power path also connects with the orbital set of elements in such a way as to vary the rate of angular rotation thereof. The combined effects of power from the first and second power paths are combined and delivered to an output element by the orbital element set. The transmission can be designed to operate over a preselected ratio of forward to reverse output speeds.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Laboratories (SNL), Albuquerque, NM, and Livermore, CA (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76
- Assignee:
- Sandia Corporation (Albuquerque, NM)
- Patent Number(s):
- US 5632703
- OSTI ID:
- 870966
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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