Trend towards increased number of gears in automatic transmissions.
In order to keep an engine operating at an rpm range which has the best torque (power) and fuel efficiency, transmission manufacturers are stepping up the number of gears used in their automatic transmissions. Using multiple gears with a smaller ratio between gears results in smoother and quieter acceleration, and can increase fuel economy depending on other drivetrain factors such as vehicle size, engine size, and drive axle ratios. It also results in reduced C02 emissions…
IR Telemetrics was recently featured in the June 2023 Diesel Progress magazine.
For more than 30 years, IR Telemetries has helped product development teams around the world collect data from internal reciprocating and rotating components in harsh environments. In so doing, it has helped companies develop reliable jet engines, diesel engines, construction equipment, transmissions and more. These days, founder Glen Barna said the company is busier than ever thanks to work surrounding the use of alternative fuels such as natural gas,…