公开(公告)号：US20110218072A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-08

申请号：US13035683

申请日：2011-02-25

Applicant: Charles B. Lohr ,  John W. Sherrill ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Robert Dawson ,  Corey Pew

Inventor： Charles B. Lohr ,  John W. Sherrill ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Robert Dawson ,  Corey Pew

IPC: F16H15/50

CPC classification number: F16H15/50 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H15/40 ,  F16H15/503

Abstract: 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.

Abstract translation: 发明实施例涉及用于无级变速器（IVT）的部件，子组件，系统和/或方法。 在一个实施例中，控制系统适于促进IVT比例的变化。 在另一个实施例中，控制系统包括构造成具有多个径向偏移槽的承载构件。 可以使用各种本发明的载体构件和载体驱动器来促进IVT的比例的移动。 在一些实施例中，牵引行星架组件包括构造成与承载构件配合的行星轴。 在一个实施例中，承载构件被构造成旋转并向每个行星轮应用偏斜状态。 在一些实施例中，载体构件可操作地联接到载体驱动器。 在一些实施例中，载体构件被配置成耦合到旋转动力源。 其中，公开了用于IVT的换档控制接口。

公开(公告)号：US20110172050A1

公开(公告)日：2011-07-14

申请号：US12999586

申请日：2008-06-23

Applicant: Jon M. Nichols ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Daniel J Dawe ,  Charles B Lohr ,  Timothy M Obrzut

Inventor： Jon M. Nichols ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Daniel J Dawe ,  Charles B Lohr ,  Timothy M Obrzut

IPC: F16H15/50

CPC classification number: F16H15/52 ,  B62M11/04 ,  B62M11/12 ,  B62M11/16 ,  F16D41/061 ,  F16D41/064 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H15/50 ,  F16H53/02 ,  F16H63/18 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T74/18304

Abstract: Inventive embodiments are directed to components, subassemblies, systems, and/or methods for continuously variable transmissions (CVT). In one embodiment, a main axle (112) is adapted to receive a carrier assembly (101, 400, 600, 800) to facilitate the support of components in a CVT (100). In another embodiment, a carrier includes a stator support member (206, 304, 402, 502, 602, 802) and a stator interfacial member (208, 504). In some embodiments, the stator interfacial member is configured to interact with planet subassemblies of a CVT. Various inventive planet subassemblies (108, 406, 806) and idler assemblies (109, 700) can be used to facilitate shifting the ratio of a CVT. In some embodiments, the planet subassemblies include legs (244, 2444, 424, 810) configured to have a sliding interface with a carrier assembly. Embodiments of a hub shell (102), a hub cover (104) 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.

Abstract translation: 发明实施例涉及用于无级变速器（CVT）的部件，子组件，系统和/或方法。 在一个实施例中，主轴（112）适于接纳承载组件（101,400,600,800），以便于CVT（100）中部件的支撑。 在另一个实施例中，载体包括定子支撑构件（206,304,402,502,602,802）和定子界面构件（208,504）。 在一些实施例中，定子界面构件配置成与CVT的行星子组件相互作用。 可以使用各种创造性的行星组件（108,406,806）和惰轮组件（109,700）来促进CVT的比例的移动。 在一些实施例中，行星组件包括构造成具有与承载组件的滑动界面的腿部（244,2444,424,810）。 轮毂壳（102），轮毂盖（104）的实施例适于容纳CVT的部件，并且在一些实施例中与CVT的其它部件配合以支持CVT的操作和/或功能。 其中包括变速控制接​​口和CVT制动功能。

公开(公告)号：US07883442B2

公开(公告)日：2011-02-08

申请号：US12360020

申请日：2009-01-26

Applicant: Donald C Miller ,  David John Allen

Inventor： Donald C Miller ,  David John Allen

IPC: F16H15/26

CPC classification number: F16H15/52 ,  B62M11/12 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H61/664 ,  F16H61/6649 ,  F16H63/067

Abstract: A continuously variable transmission is disclosed for use in rotationally or linearly powered machines and vehicles. The transmission provides a simple manual shifting method for the user. Further, the practical commercialization of traction roller transmissions requires improvements in the reliability, ease of shifting, function and simplicity of the transmission. The present invention includes a continuously variable transmission that may be employed in connection with any type of machine that is in need of a transmission. For example, the transmission may be used in (i) a motorized vehicle such as an automobile, motorcycle, or watercraft, (ii) a non-motorized vehicle such as a bicycle, tricycle, scooter, exercise equipment or (iii) industrial equipment, such as a drill press, power generating equipment, or textile mill.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于旋转或线性动力的机器和车辆的无级变速器。 该传输为用户提供了简单的手动换档方法。 此外，牵引辊传动的实际商业化需要提高传动的可靠性，易于移动，功能和简单性。 本发明包括可与任何需要变速器的机器结合使用的无级变速器。 例如，变速器可以用于（i）诸如汽车，摩托车或船舶的机动车辆，（ii）诸如自行车，三轮车，踏板车，运动器材的非机动车辆，或（iii）工业设备 ，例如钻床，发电设备或纺织厂。

公开(公告)号：US07727108B2

公开(公告)日：2010-06-01

申请号：US12028734

申请日：2008-02-08

Applicant: Donald C Miller ,  David J Allen ,  Robert A. Smithson

Inventor： Donald C Miller ,  David J Allen ,  Robert A. Smithson

IPC: F16H15/26

CPC classification number: F16H61/6649 ,  B62M9/08 ,  B62M11/04 ,  B62M11/14 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H15/40 ,  F16H15/50 ,  F16H15/503 ,  F16H15/52 ,  F16H37/084 ,  F16H37/0853 ,  F16H37/086 ,  F16H63/067 ,  F16H2037/088 ,  F16H2037/101 ,  Y10T29/49464 ,  Y10T408/65

Abstract: 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.

公开(公告)号：US07654928B2

公开(公告)日：2010-02-02

申请号：US11834928

申请日：2007-08-07

Applicant: Donald C Miller ,  David J Allen ,  Robert A Smithson

Inventor： Donald C Miller ,  David J Allen ,  Robert A Smithson

IPC: F16H3/72 ,  F16H13/04 ,  F16H37/06 ,  F16H15/26 ,  F16H15/48 ,  F16H13/08

CPC classification number: B62D5/0475 ,  B62D5/0409 ,  B62M9/08 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H15/52 ,  F16H37/084 ,  F16H61/6649 ,  Y10S903/918 ,  Y10S903/945 ,  Y10S903/951 ,  Y10T74/19251 ,  Y10T74/19555 ,  Y10T74/1956 ,  Y10T477/23 ,  Y10T477/33 ,  Y10T477/619 ,  Y10T477/621 ,  Y10T477/679 ,  Y10T477/688

Abstract: A continuously variable planetary gear set is described having a generally tubular idler, a plurality of balls distributed radially about the idler, each ball having a tiltable axis about which it rotates, a rotatable input disc positioned adjacent to the balls and in contact with each of the balls, a rotatable output disc positioned adjacent to the balls opposite the input disc and in contact with each of the balls such that each of the balls makes three-point contact with the input disc, the output disc and the idler, and a rotatable cage adapted to maintain the axial and radial position of each of the balls, wherein the axes of the balls are oriented by the axial position of the idler.

公开(公告)号：US07462127B2

公开(公告)日：2008-12-09

申请号：US11688124

申请日：2007-03-19

Applicant: Donald C Miller ,  David John Allen

Inventor： Donald C Miller ,  David John Allen

IPC: F16H15/26

CPC classification number: F16H15/52 ,  B62M11/12 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H61/664 ,  F16H61/6649 ,  F16H63/067

Abstract: A continuously variable transmission is disclosed for use in rotationally or linearly powered machines and vehicles. The transmission provides a simple manual shifting method for the user. Further, the practical commercialization of traction roller transmissions requires improvements in the reliability, ease of shifting, function and simplicity of the transmission. The present invention includes a continuously variable transmission that may be employed in connection with any type of machine that is in need of a transmission. For example, the transmission may be used in (i) a motorized vehicle such as an automobile, motorcycle, or watercraft, (ii) a non-motorized vehicle such as a bicycle, tricycle, scooter, exercise equipment or (iii) industrial equipment, such as a drill press, power generating equipment, or textile mill.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于旋转或线性动力的机器和车辆的无级变速器。 该传输为用户提供了简单的手动换档方法。 此外，牵引辊传动的实际商业化需要提高传动的可靠性，易于移动，功能和简单性。 本发明包括可与任何需要变速器的机器结合使用的无级变速器。 例如，变速器可以用于（i）诸如汽车，摩托车或船舶的机动车辆，（ii）诸如自行车，三轮车，踏板车，运动器材的非机动车辆，或（iii）工业设备 ，例如钻床，发电设备或纺织厂。

公开(公告)号：US20080236319A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-02

申请号：US12137480

申请日：2008-06-11

Applicant: Jon M. Nichols ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Daniel J. Dawe ,  Oronde J. Armstrong ,  Charles B. Lohr ,  Loren T. McDaniel ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Fernand A. Thomassy ,  Ghayyurul I. Usmani ,  Paul M. Elhardt ,  Terry L. Stewart ,  Peter D. Poxton ,  Elton L. Eidson

Inventor： Jon M. Nichols ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Daniel J. Dawe ,  Oronde J. Armstrong ,  Charles B. Lohr ,  Loren T. McDaniel ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Fernand A. Thomassy ,  Ghayyurul I. Usmani ,  Paul M. Elhardt ,  Terry L. Stewart ,  Peter D. Poxton ,  Elton L. Eidson

IPC: F16H55/12

CPC classification number: F16H15/28 ,  B60B7/0013 ,  F16D65/12 ,  F16H15/52 ,  F16H57/02 ,  F16H57/043 ,  F16H57/0487 ,  F16H61/6649 ,  F16H63/067 ,  Y10T74/18304 ,  Y10T74/19921 ,  Y10T74/2186 ,  Y10T477/619

Abstract: 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.

Abstract translation: 发明实施例涉及用于无级变速器（CVT）的部件，子组件，系统和/或方法。 在一个实施例中，主轴适于接收与换档杆螺母配合以驱动CVT中的比率变化的换档杆。 在另一个实施例中，轴向力产生机构可以包括扭转弹簧，适于容纳扭转弹簧的牵引环，以及被构造成与牵引环配合以容纳扭转弹簧的滚子保持架保持架。 可以使用各种发明的惰轮和换档凸轮组件来促进CVT的比例的移动。 轮毂壳和轮毂盖的实施例适于容纳CVT的部件，并且在一些实施例中与CVT的其它部件配合以支持CVT的操作和/或功能。 其中包括变速控制接​​口和CVT制动功能。

公开(公告)号：US20080200300A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-21

申请号：US11842094

申请日：2007-08-20

Applicant: Robert A. Smithson ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Oronde J. Armstrong ,  Donald C. Miller ,  Daniel J. Dawe ,  Fernand A. Thomassy ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Wesley R. Poth ,  Jon M. Nichols ,  Charles B. Lohr

Inventor： Robert A. Smithson ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Oronde J. Armstrong ,  Donald C. Miller ,  Daniel J. Dawe ,  Fernand A. Thomassy ,  Matthew P. Simister ,  Wesley R. Poth ,  Jon M. Nichols ,  Charles B. Lohr

IPC: F16H15/38 ,  B23P11/00

Abstract: 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.

公开(公告)号：US20080188345A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-07

申请号：US12100305

申请日：2008-04-09

Applicant: Donald C. Miller

Inventor： Donald C. Miller

IPC: F16H13/10

CPC classification number: B62M11/00 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H61/664

Abstract: A continuously variable transmission is disclosed for use in rotationally or linearly powered machines and vehicles. The single axle transmission provides a simple manual shifting method for the user. An additional embodiment is disclosed which shifts automatically dependent upon the rotational speed of the wheel. Further, the practical commercialization of traction roller transmissions requires improvements in the reliability, ease of shifting, function and simplicity of the transmission. The disclosed transmission may be used in vehicles such as automobiles, motorcycles, and bicycles. The transmission may, for example, be driven by a power transfer mechanism such as a sprocket, gear, pulley or lever, optionally driving a one way clutch attached at one end of the main shaft.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于旋转或线性动力的机器和车辆的无级变速器。 单轴传动为用户提供了一种简单的手动换档方法。 公开了另外的实施例，其根据车轮的转速而自动地移动。 此外，牵引辊传动的实际商业化需要提高传动的可靠性，易于移动，功能和简单性。 所公开的变速器可以用于诸如汽车，摩托车和自行车的车辆中。 变速器可以例如由诸如链轮，齿轮，滑轮或杠杆的动力传递机构驱动，可选地驱动附接在主轴一端的单向离合器。

公开(公告)号：US20080141809A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-19

申请号：US12039590

申请日：2008-02-28

Applicant: Donald C. Miller ,  Robert A. Smithson ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Charles B. Lohr ,  Jon M. Nichols

Inventor： Donald C. Miller ,  Robert A. Smithson ,  Brad P. Pohl ,  Charles B. Lohr ,  Jon M. Nichols

IPC: F16H55/00 ,  F16H3/44 ,  F16H59/04

CPC classification number: F16H15/52 ,  B62M1/36 ,  B62M9/08 ,  B62M11/145 ,  F16H15/28 ,  F16H15/503 ,  Y10T74/19851 ,  Y10T74/20177

Abstract: Traction planets and traction rings can be operationally coupled to a planetary gearset to provide a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The CVT can be used in a bicycle. In one embodiment, the CVT is mounted on the frame of the bicycle at a location forward of the rear wheel hub of the bicycle. In one embodiment, 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 planetary gearset, which are configured to operationally drive the traction rings and the traction planets. Inventive component and subassemblies for such a CVT are disclosed. A shifting mechanism includes a plurality of pivot arms arranged to pivot about the centers of the traction planets as a shift pin hub moves axially.

Abstract translation: 牵引行星和牵引环可以可操作地耦合到行星齿轮组，以提供无级变速器（CVT）。 CVT可用于自行车。 在一个实施例中，CVT在自行车的后轮毂的前方的位置安装在自行车的框架上。 在一个实施例中，CVT安装在自行车车架的构件上并由其支撑，使得CVT与自行车的曲轴同轴。 曲轴构造成驱动行星齿轮组的元件，其构造成可操作地驱动牵引环和牵引行星。 公开了用于这种CVT的本发明组件和子组件。 换档机构包括多个枢转臂，当枢轴毂轴向移动时，所述枢转臂布置成围绕牵引行星的中心枢转。