Research of Gear Shift Control Technology for a New 8-Step Speed Automatic Transmission

Abstract

For the development research for a new 8 step speed automatic transmission, a simplified dynamic model for this transmission was established. Aimed at four basic shift types, the ideal characteristics of shift clutch and engine control were set up. By using torque estimation method, PI slip control algorithm and engine coordinated control principle, the control model were developed for two main shift phases which are torque phase and inertia phase. The test on the rig and vehicle verified the accuracy and feasibility of this shift control strategy. The development model and algorithm have a high value for engineering application.