An adaptive automatic transmission (automatic transmission) is a type of automatic transmission that can adapt to the driver’s driving style and road conditions. It does this by collecting and analyzing data about vehicle speed, engine speed, accelerator pedal position and other parameters.
How does adaptive automatic transmission work:
* Data collection: Sensors in the car constantly collect data about its performance.
* Data Analysis: The transmission computer analyzes this data to determine the optimal time to shift gears.
* Adaptation: The automatic transmission adjusts shift points to suit driving style and conditions. For example, when driving aggressively, the automatic transmission may shift to lower gears earlier, and when driving smoothly, it may shift to higher gears earlier.
Advantages of adaptive automatic transmission:
* Improved fuel economy: Adaptive automatic transmissions can optimize shift times to reduce fuel consumption.
* Improved performance: They can provide smoother and more responsive gear shifts, resulting in better handling.
* Personalization: Adaptive automatic transmissions allow drivers to customize the transmission to suit their preferences.
*Longer service life: Optimized gear shifting can reduce wear on transmission components and extend transmission life.
Types of adaptive automatic transmissions:
There are several types of adaptive automatic transmissions offered by various car manufacturers:
* Tiptronic: Volkswagen AG
* Steptronic: BMW
* DSG: Volkswagen AG (dual clutch)
* CVT: Continuously Variable Transmission