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iCVT operation in more detail
Submitted by Jan Naude on Wed, 2007-07-25 08:20.
Due to popular demand, a section describing the operation of the Naudic iCVT in more detail has been added to our PRODUCTS section. This section includes a detailed image explaining the iCVT concept in detail as well as a video clip of an actual prototype. Click here to view the iCVT operation
iCVT truck simulation saves 13.59% fuel
Submitted by Jan Naude on Thu, 2007-06-07 09:45.An extensive highway simulation of the iCVT gearbox, fitted to a fully loaded 8-ton commercial truck , has confirmed the advantages of the iCVT. The iCVT simulation results compared to the standard 6-speed truck , with a manual transmission , presents a 13.59 % fuel consumption improvement.
No prior art found for iCVT PCT application
Submitted by Jan Naude on Wed, 2007-04-25 19:53.
Our PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) application on the Naudic iCVT (Incremental Continuously Variable Transmission) concept has been granted while the PCT search report indicated that NO PRIOR ART was found by the PCT search.
World First for Positively Driven Naudic iCVT
Submitted by Jan Naude on Thu, 2007-03-15 19:38.
A prototype of the Naudic iCVT (Incremental Continuously Variable Transmission) has been tested to 600 N.m input torque in a Porsche 924 turbo. The transmission, which features 64 ratios that shift under load without any clutch action, is positively driven at all times.
Naudic CVT Technology Goes to Market
Submitted by Jan Naude on Wed, 2006-10-25 12:59.The Naudic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) technology, invented by Barloworld CVT Technologies MD, Dr Jan Naude, is poised to become one of the most important developments in vehicle history.
