Multiple speed transmission having fuel economy mode

An method of operating a multiple speed mechanical transmission and engine combination to optimize fuel consumption comprises the steps of determining a fuel efficiency map for an engine, providing a multiple speed mechanical transmission controller having data and program storage capabilities, prov...

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Zusammenfassung:An method of operating a multiple speed mechanical transmission and engine combination to optimize fuel consumption comprises the steps of determining a fuel efficiency map for an engine, providing a multiple speed mechanical transmission controller having data and program storage capabilities, providing data regarding the fuel efficiency map to the controller and providing a control algorithm in the controller whereby operation of the engine/transmission combination is optimized for fuel economy in accordance with the fuel efficiency map.