2005 年 36 巻 3 号 p. 81-87
As a continuously variable transmission, authors proposed a fluid switching transmission system (FST) that could be a solution for energy saving. In this study, a highly precise model of the FST system was developed in order to analyze performance of the FST system by simulation. It was imperative to carry out detailed analysis of the energy loss of components, such as oil motor, oil pump, flywheels, hoses and joints, etc. Thermal dynamics determine oil temperature and viscosity which influence energy loss. Simulation results showed a good agreement with experimental results. A technique for building a highly precise simulation model of the FST system was established.