Besides
the traditional hydraulic automatic transmissions, there are also other types of automated transmissions, such as a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and semi-automatic transmissions, that free the driver from having to shift gears manually, by using the transmission's computer to change gear, if for example the driver were redlining the engine.
The system takes oil from one side of the phaser and channels it to the other side, rather than draining one side and filling the other as with
a traditional hydraulic system.
In addition, the CTA - based system responds more quickly than
a traditional hydraulic oil actuated VCT system, improving tip - in performance feel and contributing to horsepower gains.
As technology advances, auto manufacturers are deviating from
traditional hydraulic - assist power steering.
The company explained the iBooster and ESP - hev technology balance the use of the CT6 electric motors to act as generators to slow the vehicle and capture as much kinetic energy as possible during low - demand scenarios, while blending
the traditional hydraulic brakes with the motors in high - demand scenarios.
Meanwhile the electric power - assisted rack - and - pinion power steering (EPS) offers predictable and linear steering feel, while also saving fuel compared to
traditional hydraulic systems that put a greater load on the engine.
The computer activates a servo unit in the brake system's master cylinder that proportions braking power between
the traditional hydraulic brakes and the electric motor to maximize regeneration.
One of the adjustments made to the G 63 AMG is the addition of the electric power steering instead of
the traditional hydraulic unit.
The EPS system is more efficient than
a traditional hydraulic system, and it operates consistently whether the vehicle is using electricity, gasoline, or both.
Beyond all that, the RSX uses
a traditional hydraulic, torque - sensitive variable - power steering system, while the Si's power steering is electrically assisted, speed variable system.
With EPS all of the power assist is provided via an electric motor system rather than
a traditional hydraulic system.
The entire system is 80 % lighter than
a traditional hydraulic system.
The first production vehicle to implement this was the Infiniti Q50., [5] but after negative comments they retrofitted
the traditional hydraulic steering.
This CVTi - S (i for intelligent, S for shift), which will be available on the LE, S, and LE Eco Corolla models, features several enhancements to improve its efficiency and driving performance with discrete shift points that help create a sensation more similar to
a traditional hydraulic automatic transmission.
Electric power - assisted steering is now standard on the Navigator, which Lincoln credits with providing a more precise and consistent level of control than
traditional hydraulic systems, while Lincoln Drive Control continuously controlled damping is now an option.
Other noteworthy mechanical bits include
a traditional hydraulic steering, torque vectoring chassis and Q4 all - wheel - drive.
As in the new Boxster (which shares many of its front - end parts with big brother 911), the new 911 Carrera 4S has adopted electric steering instead of
the traditional hydraulic setup.
The computer activates a servo unit in the brake system's master cylinder that proportions braking power between
the traditional hydraulic brakes and the electric motor to maximised regeneration.
The electromechanical steering also saves weight, about seven pounds, though that's not why the M division decided to use it instead of
the traditional hydraulic system.
It's more efficient than
traditional hydraulic setups but not as efficient or as tunable as electric power steering, which is becoming the industry standard.
Not exact matches
The
hydraulic manifold pictured above, which can not be made through
traditional methods, is being processed inside a microwave furnace, which uses temperatures up to 1,400 °C to finish off parts after printing.
However, Vasi says negative public sentiment about
hydraulic fracking was most readily apparent in online activity and social media chatter because
traditional newspapers are obligated to show both sides of an issue.
Park Systems, world - leader in atomic force microscopy (AFM) today announced a webinar to provide next generation technology to improve oil and gas production in both
traditional drilling and
hydraulic fracturing for oil & gas producers and equipment manufacturers as they continue to pursue the latest developments in production efficiencies.
Get the sturdiness of a
traditional treadmill or elliptical and the benefits of a folding frame thanks to our effortless
hydraulic folding system that facilitates easy storage between workouts
Results showed that the patented
hydraulic hybrid diesel technology achieved a 45 - to 50 - percent improvement in fuel economy and a 30 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared with
traditional diesel - powered vehicles.
Traditional 911 geeks have been moaning that the new e-steering setup lacks the feel and the tactile communication the older,
hydraulic systems had in droves, but my 911 Carrera 4S delivered laser - quality accuracy with instant and rich feedback.
In order to continue to improve, this engine uses an electro -
hydraulic fully variable valve - lift system that uses a column of oil instead of a
traditional mechanical link.
Instead of
traditional hydraulically operated power steering, the A3 has electro - mechanical steering, operated by an electric motor rather than a
hydraulic pump powered by the engine.
While the transmission is sequential, it's only because of a
hydraulic system pushing and pulling a
traditional «H - pattern» on the transmission — the movements are controlled by two column - mounted flappy paddles.
While the normal RS 7 comes with air suspension, the Dynamic Ride Control system on the Performance uses
traditional steel springs with adaptive
hydraulic shock absorbers.
Whereas
traditional VTEC operation changes valve opening duration based on higher oil pressure during high rpm operation at one side of the valvetrain's rocker arms, the Civic's i - VTEC system can switch valve timing duration at low rpm and low oil pressure using two
hydraulic actuators on both sides of the intake rocker arm.
* Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves per cylinder * Twin counter-rotating balance shafts for operational smoothness * Electronic throttle control * Low - friction, roller - finger follower valvetrain with
hydraulic lash adjusters * Low - maintenance chain - drive for the camshafts * 58X crankshaft positioning * Direct - mount accessories, which reduce or eliminate
traditional sources of noise and vibration * Full - circle transmission mount to reduce noise and vibration * GM Oil Life System, which can reduce the frequency for oil changes * Innovative cast - in oil filter housing, which eliminates the need to crawl under the vehicle to perform oil changes and eliminates throwaway oil filter cans that retain used oil
The fully
hydraulic steering system was easier to package over a
traditional steering gearbox and link setup and provides plenty of steering power when the ARB Air Locker is engaged.
The braking system is fully
hydraulic from the master cylinder all the way to the 4 - wheel disc brakes, just like a
traditional braking system.
The electro -
hydraulic fully variable system uses a column of oil in place of the
traditional mechanical link between the camshaft and intake valves.
The EAST TCU is designed as an electronic platform, which can monitor and control continuously variable transmissions (CVT), wet double - clutch transmissions (DCT),
hydraulic and electric automated manual transmissions (AMT) as well as
traditional step - automatic transmissions (AT).
The Vue Green Line 2 Mode is equipped with a «fully blended» electro -
hydraulic brake system that enables 100 - percent regenerative braking (batteries are charged during braking), 100 - percent friction braking (
traditional four - wheel disc braking) or a combination of the two.
Like a
traditional system, it's fully
hydraulic from the master cylinder all the way to the calipers so no one can complain of mushy or laggy brakes with this regen - equipped car.
The acclaimed electro -
hydraulic fully variable valve - lift system uses a column of oil in place of the
traditional mechanical link between the camshaft and intake valves.
Despite the savvy CVT, it's not as punchy out of the corners as a
traditional gearbox, and the electric steering — while nicely weighted — lacks the feedback and bite of a
hydraulic or rack - and - pinion unit.
The device works with the repelling force of magnetism and would replace
traditional gas or
hydraulic shock absorbers.
A Los Angeles company has successfully tested an electromagnetic actuator it claims will eventually make conventional auto suspensions obsolete.Aura Systems Inc. of El Segundo, Calif., has patented its actuator in the United States, Japan and several European countries.The device works with the repelling force of magnetism and would replace
traditional gas or
hydraulic shock absorbers.
It also draws its power directly from the battery, eliminating the
traditional, engine - power draining
hydraulic steering pump.
Adjustable roll control replaces
traditional anti-roll bars, controlling the car's attitude through the
hydraulic dampers.
Citroen may have ditched its
traditional hydropneumatic suspension in all its production cars, but now it's promoting a new kind of comfort enhancing suspension which it fits to the C4 Cactus, among other models - it's called Progressive
Hydraulic Cushions suspension.
The mechanical braking system is
hydraulic from the master cylinder to the 4 - wheel disc brakes, just like a
traditional braking system.
Unlike a
traditional mechanical stop that transmits energy, the
hydraulic stops absorb and dissipate that energy.
Norens for Derry reference
traditional Japanese «noren» room dividers, which signal a passage from one type of architectural and symbolic space to another, and incorporate building materials associated with breathability and permeability, such as
hydraulic lime and horse hair.
On October 13th, 2016, the Nathan E. Stewart — an articulated tug - barge — grounded, sank, and spilled over 100,000 liters of marine diesel and
hydraulic oil into a key commercial and
traditional harvest area.