Types of Transmission System (Manual, AT, AMT, iMT, CVT, DCT) Explained

Summary

This script explores the critical role of car transmissions in transferring engine power to the wheels, distinguishing between manual, automatic, intelligent manual, automated manual, continuously variable, semi-automatic, and dual clutch transmissions. It highlights the unique features, advantages, and disadvantages of each type, from the hands-on control of manual to the seamless efficiency of CVTs and the high-performance capabilities of dual clutch systems, aiming to educate viewers on selecting the right transmission for their driving needs.

Takeaways

• 🚗 A car transmission is crucial for transferring power from the engine to the wheels and adjusting gear ratios for different speeds.
• 🔄 There are various types of transmissions, including manual, automatic, intelligent manual, automated manual, continuously variable, semi-automatic, and dual clutch.
• 🕹 Manual transmissions require a clutch pedal and shifter for gear changes, offering better off-road capabilities and reliability but a steeper learning curve.
• 🏎 Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT) is a clutchless manual gearbox that provides full control over gear selection without a clutch pedal, offering smooth gear shifts.
• 🤖 Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) operates similar to a manual but uses sensors and actuators for clutch work, providing convenience and fuel efficiency but less smooth gear shifts.
• 🔄 Automatic transmissions use a torque converter and gear system for automatic gear changes, offering ease of use but can be complex and expensive to maintain.
• 🌐 Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs) use belts and pulleys to provide an infinite range of gear ratios, offering smooth rides and fuel efficiency but are not suitable for off-road conditions.
• 🔄 Semi-automatic transmissions are similar to manual but without a clutch pedal, offering smooth shifting and less lag time, but can be expensive to maintain and repair.
• 🔄 Dual clutch transmissions have separate clutches for odd and even gears, allowing for fast shifts and high performance, but are expensive and complex.
• 🛠 The script emphasizes the importance of understanding different transmission types for vehicle operation, maintenance, and personal preference.
• 🔧 Each transmission type has its own set of pros and cons, affecting factors such as driving experience, cost, efficiency, and vehicle resale value.

Q & A

What is the primary function of a car transmission?

A car transmission's primary function is to move the power from the engine to the wheels and to adjust the gear ratio between the drive wheels and engine, enabling the car to slow down, speed up, and maintain consistent speeds.

What are the two main types of car transmissions?

The two main types of car transmissions are automatic and manual.

What is a manual transmission and how does it work?

A manual transmission requires the driver to manually change gears using a clutch pedal and a shifter. It consists of a set of gears along a pair of shafts called the input and output shafts, and uses a flywheel, pressure plate, and clutch to engage and disengage the engine from the transmission.

What are the advantages of manual transmissions?

Manual transmissions are better for off-road and high torque load usage, reliable, easier to service, maintain, and repair, and not everyone can drive them, which can increase resale value.

What is an Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT) and how does it differ from a manual transmission?

An Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT) is a clutchless manual transmission. It is similar to a regular manual gearbox but without a clutch pedal. The driver has full control over the gearbox without the need to operate the clutch pedal.

How does an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) operate?

An AMT is mechanically similar to a manual transmission but uses sensors and actuators to perform the clutch work and shift gears automatically. It does not have a clutch pedal and allows for manual gear shifts when needed.

What is the main benefit of an AMT over a manual transmission?

The main benefit of an AMT over a manual transmission is convenience, as operating the clutch is not part of the driver's task, reducing fatigue. It is also more fuel efficient as it allows more of the engine's energy to flow to the wheels.

What is a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and how does it work?

A Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is a pulley-based transmission that operates without gears. It uses a system of belts and pulleys to produce an infinite range of ratios, with a computer adjusting the pulleys to create the optimal ratio for the driving situation.

What are the advantages of a CVT?

The advantages of a CVT include a smooth ride due to the elimination of gear shifting, great fuel efficiency because the engine is always running efficiently, and faster response to changes in driving conditions.

What is a Semi-Automatic Transmission and how does it differ from a manual transmission?

A Semi-Automatic Transmission is a clutchless manual transmission that provides an alternative to automatic or manual counterparts. It is identical to a manual one, but instead of a clutch pedal, a computer automatically depresses the clutch when the driver signals by shifting the gear stick.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)?

The benefits of a DCT include incredibly fast shifts due to separate clutches for odd and even gears, and the ability to operate in fully automatic mode or be manually shifted with paddles. The drawbacks include high cost and complexity, leading to more frequent and costly repairs.

Outlines

00:00

🚗 Understanding Car Transmissions

This paragraph introduces the critical role of car transmissions in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. It explains the two main types of transmissions: automatic and manual, with manual transmissions requiring a clutch pedal and shifter for gear changes. The paragraph also outlines the function of a transmission, including adjusting gear ratios for speed changes, disconnecting the engine when the vehicle is stopped, and enabling acceleration and slow engine operation for reduced wear. Four types of transmissions are mentioned: manual, intelligent manual transmission (IMT), automated manual transmission (AMT), and automatic, each with its pros and cons.

05:02

🔧 Deep Dive into Transmission Types

The second paragraph delves into the specifics of different transmission types. It starts with the basic concept of an automatic transmission, highlighting the torque converter's role in transferring energy from the engine to the gear system. The paragraph explains the planetary gear system's mechanics and the advantages and disadvantages of automatic transmissions. It then introduces continuously variable transmissions (CVTs), which use belts and pulleys instead of gears for an infinite range of ratios, and semi-automatic transmissions, which are similar to manual but without a clutch pedal, relying on computer-controlled clutch operation. The paragraph also touches on dual clutch transmissions, which offer fast gear shifts and are common in high-performance vehicles, but come with high costs and complexity.

10:03

🏎️ Advanced Transmissions for Performance

The final paragraph focuses on the advanced dual clutch transmission, emphasizing its ability to provide ultra-fast gear shifts due to separate clutches for odd and even gears. It discusses the operation modes of these transmissions, which can be fully automatic or manually shifted using paddles on the steering wheel. The paragraph acknowledges the cutting-edge performance of semi-automatic and dual clutch transmissions, particularly in race cars and high-end sports cars. However, it also points out the downsides, including their high cost, complexity, and the frequency and cost of repairs, suggesting that for some, replacing the transmission might be more cost-effective than repairing it.

Keywords

💡Car Transmission

A car transmission is a critical component that transfers power from the engine to the wheels. It is essential for adjusting the vehicle's speed, allowing for acceleration and deceleration. In the video, it is the central theme, as different types of transmissions are discussed in detail, highlighting their functions and differences.

💡Manual Transmission

A manual transmission requires the driver to manually change gears using a clutch pedal and a shifter. It is characterized by a set of gears along input and output shafts and is controlled by the driver engaging or disengaging the clutch. The script mentions manual transmissions as having advantages in off-road and high torque situations, but also notes the higher learning curve and effort required for operation.

💡Automatic Transmission

An automatic transmission changes gears automatically without the need for a clutch pedal or gear stick operation by the driver. It uses a torque converter and a gear system to transfer power efficiently. The video describes automatic transmissions as easy to use but more complex and expensive to maintain compared to manual transmissions.

💡Clutch

The clutch is a component in manual and some semi-automatic transmissions that engages and disengages the engine from the transmission. It is operated by a pedal and allows the driver to change gears. The script explains that 'pushing in the clutch' means releasing the pressure plate, disengaging the clutch from the engine, which is necessary for shifting gears.

💡Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT)

IMT, or clutchless manual transmission, is a type of manual gearbox without a clutch pedal. It provides the driver with full control over gear selection without the need to operate a clutch pedal. The script highlights IMT as a balance between manual control and the convenience of not having to manage a clutch, although it mentions that gear shifts may not be as smooth.

💡Automated Manual Transmission (AMT)

AMT is mechanically similar to a manual transmission but automates the clutch work and gear shifting through sensors and actuators. It lacks a clutch pedal and allows for manual gear shifts when needed. The video points out the convenience of AMT, as it reduces driver fatigue by eliminating the need to operate the clutch, while still being more fuel efficient than a traditional automatic.

💡Torque Converter

A torque converter is a key component of an automatic transmission that connects the engine to the transmission system. It uses fluid dynamics to transfer rotational energy from the engine to the transmission. The script describes the inner workings of the torque converter, emphasizing its role in the automatic transmission's operation.

💡Planetary Gear System

A planetary gear system is a type of gear arrangement used in automatic transmissions. It consists of a central sun gear, surrounding planetary gears, and an outer ring gear. The script explains how the different speeds of rotation of these components allow for various gear ratios, which is crucial for the transmission's function.

💡Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

A CVT is a pulley-based transmission that provides an infinite range of gear ratios without the use of traditional gears. It uses belts and pulleys to adjust the gear ratios, offering a smooth driving experience. The video mentions CVTs as being efficient and responsive, but not suitable for off-road conditions or engine braking.

💡Semi-Automatic Transmission

A semi-automatic transmission is similar to a manual one but without the need for a clutch pedal. The computer automatically manages the clutch operation when the driver shifts gears. The script describes semi-automatic transmissions as offering the feel of a manual drive with the convenience of automatic clutch management, although they are more complex and potentially more expensive to maintain.

💡Dual Clutch Transmission

A dual clutch transmission has separate clutches for odd and even gears, enabling very fast gear shifts. It can operate in fully automatic mode or be manually shifted using paddles on the steering wheel. The video positions dual clutch transmissions as high-performance options found in race cars and high-end sports cars, noting their speed and complexity, but also their high cost and maintenance requirements.

Highlights

A car transmission is crucial for transferring power from the engine to the wheels.

There are various types of car transmissions, including automatic and manual.

Manual transmissions require the driver to operate a clutch pedal and shifter for gear changes.

Manual transmissions consist of gears on input and output shafts, with a clutch for engine engagement.

Pros of manual transmissions include off-road capability, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

Cons of manual transmissions include a steeper learning curve and increased effort during driving.

Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT) is a clutchless manual gearbox offering full control without a clutch pedal.

IMT provides advantages such as complete gear control and lower cost compared to traditional manual transmissions.

Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) operates mechanically like a manual but with sensors and actuators for clutch work.

AMT offers convenience by reducing driver fatigue and is more fuel efficient than manual transmissions.

Automatic transmissions change gears automatically and utilize a torque converter for power transfer.

Planetary gear systems in automatic transmissions allow for smooth and efficient gear changes.

Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs) use belts and pulleys for an infinite range of gear ratios.

CVTs offer smooth rides and improved fuel efficiency but lack off-road capabilities.

Semi-automatic transmissions are clutchless manual transmissions with automatic clutch depression.

Semi-automatics provide smooth shifting and a driving experience similar to manuals without a clutch pedal.

Dual clutch transmissions have separate clutches for odd and even gears, enabling rapid gear shifts.

Dual clutch transmissions are mainly found in race cars and high-end sports cars due to their performance advantages.

Transcripts

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a car transmission is one of the most

important components of a vehicle

it moves the power from the engine to

the wheels

there are a variety of car transmissions

some are automatic and some are manual

transmissions as stick shift cars in

which the driver required to complete

extra steps to operate the vehicle

effectively

if you have wondered how does a

transmission work the process varies

depending on the type of transmission

but what does a transmission do

transmission in a vehicle enables the

gear ratio between the drive wheels and

engine to adjust the car speed from

slowing down and speeding up when a

vehicle is stopped the transmission

disconnects the engine from the drive

wheels so that the engine can keep

idling when the wheels aren't in motion

transmissions also enable quick

acceleration from a stop and enable the

engine to run slowly to cut down on wear

while the vehicle is driving at

consistent speeds

there are four different types of

transmissions that we generally see

some of which you probably have more

experience with than others

here are the different types of

transmissions and the pros and cons of

each of them

manual transmission

manual transmissions have a clutch pedal

and a shifter which the driver uses to

change the gears manually

these types of transmissions consist of

a set of gears along a pair of shafts

called the input and output shafts

with a manual transmission the driver

has to select the proper gear and engage

or disengage the clutch pedal

the transmission uses a flywheel

pressure plate

and clutch to engage and disengage the

engine from the transmission

the flywheel and pressure plate are

connected to the engine the clutch is

sandwiched between them and is splined

to the transmission input shaft

the term push in the clutch means to

release the pressure plate which

disengages the clutch from the engine

every time you make a shift you have to

push in the clutch first

here are some pros of manual

transmissions

better for off-road and high torque load

usage

reliable and easier to service maintain

and repair

not everyone can drive

cons of manual transmissions

not everyone can drive which means lower

resale and higher learning curve more

work is required during driving

intelligent manual transmission or imt

simply and quite accurately put the imt

is a clutchless manual transmission

it's just a regular manual gearbox but

without a clutch pedal

in situations like coming down a slope

or overtaking you have full control over

the gearbox and this is of course

without the headache of operating the

clutch pedal

you don't need to lift off the

accelerator when shifting gears it will

help smooth in things if you do

and imt cannot shift gears automatically

the benefits of in this transmission is

that in this way you have a complete

control over what gear your car is in

and you don't have to rely on the

software getting it right

another advantage is that the cost of an

imt is also closer to that of a regular

manual transmission

the main drawbacks of an imt is that the

gear shifts aren't as smooth as the

system relies on a single clutch that

has to be modulated by an actuator

amt or automated manual transmission is

mechanically similar to a manual

transmission except that the sensors and

actuators perform the clutch work and

shift gears

a car with an amt does not have a clutch

pedal there's only the accelerator and

brake pedal

this transmission also allows manual

gear shifts when needed by pushing

forward the gear lever for up shift and

pulling it backward for downshift

amt transmission uses hydraulics and

computers linked with the electronic

control unit or ecu of the car

the gear shift patterns are

pre-programmed on this unit and work

mainly on the preset rpm range once the

system gauges optimum rpms the ecu

engages the actuators which operate the

clutch and gearbox

a significant benefit of amt over manual

transmission is its convenience since

operating the clutch is not part of the

driver's task it reduces fatigue

in comparison to automatic transmission

amt is more fuel efficient it allows

more of the engine's energy to flow to

the wheels

on the other hand however

since amts rely on preset rpm levels

they can make unplanned up shifts during

overtaking which can be unnerving

the very basic knowledge that everyone

has that an automatic transmission

changes gear automatically and doesn't

need a gear stick or clutch operation by

the driver

the engine connects to a torque

converter which is then connected to a

gear system and then to the transmission

a torque converter is a vital component

of an automatic transmission

inside the torque converter there are

parts that work in tandem with each

other

the outermost side has the flywheel

which is connected to the engine

it rotates the entire structure

the rotation makes the pump push out

fluid at high speed

this fluid makes the turbine rotate

the fluid keeps on rotating separated in

two sections and is kept rotating with

the help of a stator in the middle

the turbine is connected to the shaft

which connects to the rest of the system

and then the energy is transferred to

the gear system

in a planetary gear system a star is

followed around by the planets and

rotate around it at respective speeds

the gear system is called a planetary

gear system which consists of a gear in

the middle called the sun gear

and three gears around it called

planetary gears which are covered by a

ring gear

the planetary gears are smaller than the

sun gear

the speed at which sun gear rotates will

be slower than the planet gear making

the ring gear rotate faster than the sun

gear

these parts in combination makes an

automatic transmission

the first automatic transmission used in

a production car was the hydromatic

oldsmobile model in the 1940s

most large suvs and trucks have

traditional type of automatic

transmissions

here are some pros of automatic

transmissions easy to use

comfortable driving for driver and

passengers

here are some cons of automatic

it is a complex system where many

different items can fail

too expensive to maintain and repair

compared to manual transmission

continuously variable transmissions are

also called as cvts

these are pulley-based transmissions

that are primarily used in small

vehicles with small engines

this transmission have been used for

years in snow machines and are also

becomes more popular in hybrid vehicles

recently

the cvt offers a similar driving

experience to an automatic transmission

but operates using a completely

different mechanism

in fact it doesn't have gears at all

instead it uses a system of belts and

pulleys to produce an infinite range of

ratios

the computer fitted in these cars

decides how to adjust the pulleys to

create the optimal ratio for the

particular driving situation

this system is consists of cones at each

pulleys connected by a chain belt

the cones can move to increase or

decrease the belt diameter to change

gear ratios

one pulley is connected to the engine

and the other directs power to the

wheels

the width of these pulleys changes based

on the needed power as one gets larger

the other gets smaller

this allows a cvt to deliver strong and

seamless acceleration

here are some pros of continuously

variable transmission

smoothest ride because it eliminates

feeling of shifting

great fuel efficiency because engine is

always running efficiently

faster response to a change in driving

conditions

cons of continuously variable

transmission

unusable in off-road conditions

no ability for the engine braking seen

in manual transmissions

semi-automatic transmissions

it is a clutchless manual transmission

that provides an alternative to its

automatic or manual counterparts

this transmission is practically

identical to a manual one

in a typical manual vehicle the driver

steps down on the clutch pedal when they

want to change gears

the clutch pedal is connected to the

transmission through cables and pipes

in a semi-automatic there is no clutch

pedal

instead there is a computer that uses

processors and sensors to automatically

depress the clutch when the driver

signals by shifting the gear stick

the vehicle's computer manages engine

torque

speed

accelerator pedal position

and other functions

driving a semi-automatic car would feel

very similar to a manual drive except

that you don't have to press on the

clutch pedal to change gears

although semi-automatics do have things

in common with other typical

transmissions and they are also very

different with their own set of benefits

and drawbacks

here are some pros of semi-automatic

transmissions

smooth shifting compared to manuals

less inefficiencies in shifting mean no

lag time or slippage

cons of semi-automatic transmissions

complex system which means many

different items can fail expensive to

maintain compared to manual

very expensive to repair often it's more

cost effective to just replace

dual clutch transmission

in a dual clutch transmission there are

separate clutches for both odd and even

gears which allows for incredibly fast

shifts

these gearboxes can generally operated

in a fully automatic mode or manually

shifted with paddles on the steering

wheel

semi-automatic and dual clutch

transmissions offer cutting edge

performance with lightning fast gear

changes that a pure manual just can't

match

currently these gearboxes are mainly

found on race cars and high-end sports

cars and they are quite expensive

this disadvantage is magnified by their

extreme complexity which leads to more

frequent and costly repairs

so that's it this is my thoughts on

transmissions

i hope this helps you to understand

about how different transmission works

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