:omputers will ontrol in 1980s
5th May 1978, Page 23
5th May 1978
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)MPUTER-controlled tomatic transmissions are be offered on cars and light rnmercial vehicles in the d-1980s.
3org Warner has anunced a research and devement programme into mputer-controlled conuously variable transmisns which will help save fuel d reduce smoke emission. The company expects the transmission to have a CVT system featuring sliding belts, working on conical sheaves.
It will be controlled by a micro-processor which will determine the engine's fuel requirements, monitor smoke emission, and vary the spark plug firing.
The microprocessor will also balance throttle use with road speed and drive line torque.