DCT Gearbox
Dual-Clutch Transmission for rapid, seamless gear changes. Uses two separate clutches for odd and even gears, pre-selecting the next gear for near-instant shifts.
Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) for rapid, seamless gear changes. Uses two separate clutches for odd and even gears, pre-selecting the next gear for near-instant shifts under load. Common in performance and sports cars.
Inherited Methods
This device inherits all methods and properties from the Powertrain Base Device.
Public API
| Variable | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
outputPorts | table | Map of active power output ports. |
deviceCategories | table | Categories identifying this as a gearbox type device. |
requiredExternalInertiaOutputs | table | Output ports requiring external inertia calculation. |
Usage Example
-- Access the DCT device
local dct = powertrain.getDevice("gearbox")
-- DCT handles shifts automatically but can be commanded
dct:setGearIndex(4)See Also
- Automatic Gearbox — Traditional torque-converter automatic
- Sequential Gearbox — Sequential manual transmission
- Friction Clutch — Individual clutch device
- Powertrain Base Device — Inherited base methods
CVT Gearbox
Continuously Variable Transmission that provides seamless, stepless gear ratio changes. Uses belt-and-pulley or toroidal simulation to maintain optimal engine RPM for any speed.
Differential
Splits power between two output shafts while allowing speed differences. Supports open, locked, limited-slip (LSD), and active differential types for various drivetrain configurations.