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October 25, 2013
Government of Canada Invests in Next-Generation Automotive R&D: Innovations in Auto Sector Will Foster Growth and Job Creation
May 6, 2013
Canada-Italy Concurrent Call on Automotive Manufacturing R&D
February 22, 2013
Government of Canada Invests in Innovative R&D Projects with Canadian Auto Industry
February 8, 2013 Announcement of APC Call for Proposals: NSERC and ISTP Canada-China Joint Initiative on Clean Automotive Transportation R&D
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About APC
| Title | Development of a new synchronized segmentally interchanging pulley transmission system |
|---|---|
| Grant holder | Jean Zu, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering |
| University | University of Toronto |
| Industrial partner | Vicicog |
| Amount | $284,167 over two years |
| Project summary | Current automotive transmission technology is inefficient, performs poorly and often necessitates engine design compromises. In particular, existing manual and automatic transmissions, because they have too few gears, require an engine that sacrifices efficiency and peak horsepower. The industry partner in this project has developed a new kind of transmission system, based on timing belts, that promises to boost vehicle fuel efficiency by as much as 15 percent, although further research is required before the technology can be commercialized. Known as a synchronized segmentally interchanging pulley transmission, the system uses leading edge belt and computer control technologies and can shift under load, handle high torque and provide a greater range of gears. The research partnership involves modeling and analysis to address such issues as transient loads, material strength magnetic flux, vibration, and fabrication methodologies. The partners expect to produce a working prototype designed in conjunction with the automotive industry. If the project succeeds, the company will be well positioned to bring its highly disruptive, unique transmission product to market. |
