Conference Paper

Design of the Constantinesco Torque Converter used as a Mechanical Transmission in Agricultural Tractors

Authors:
To read the full-text of this research, you can request a copy directly from the author.

Abstract

The Constantinesco torque converter (CTC) is a continuously variable mechanical transmission and was introduced by the eminent engineer George Constantinesco during the first half of the twentieth century. This article provides a brief historical overview of the development of the CTC as well as its general functioning principle. A procedure for the integration of the equations of motion of the CTC using the structomatic approach is proposed for the purpose of its sizing. The general dynamic behaviour of the CTC is investigated. The results emphasize the potential of incorporating the CTC into agriculture.

No full-text available

Request Full-text Paper PDF

To read the full-text of this research,
you can request a copy directly from the author.

ResearchGate has not been able to resolve any citations for this publication.
ResearchGate has not been able to resolve any references for this publication.