Sentences with phrase «more planetary gear»

Instead of using one or more planetary gear sets like a traditional transmission, a CVT uses pulleys and steel belts to provide an infinite number of «gear ratios».

Not exact matches

DCTs are more efficient because their helical gears (in place of a conventional automatic's planetary gears) create lower hydraulic and friction losses.

Using planetary gears gives the Antonov design the advantage of a higher engine torque limit (more gear teeth bearing load), at the expense of greater complexity.

Additional components that help make the Prius more efficient include an active grille shutter, an exhaust heat recirculation system, and a replacement of the previous planetary gear arrangement with parallel gears to help prevent mechanical losses.

It continuously adjusts gear ratios through a planetary gearset that more precisely matches engine output with acceleration and fuel economy.