How Many Types of Automatic Transmissions Are There?
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There are four types of automatic transmissions: AT, CVT, AMT, and DCT. Hydraulic Automatic Transmission (AT) achieves automatic shifting through a combination of hydraulic drive and planetary gears. It consists of a torque converter, planetary gear mechanism, shift actuator, shift control system, and shift operation mechanism. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) operates over a continuous range of ratios, better coordinating the vehicle's external driving conditions with engine load. Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) is an improvement over the traditional manual gear transmission, combining the advantages of both AT (automatic) and MT (manual) transmissions into an electromechanical-hydraulic integrated automatic transmission. Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) uses two sets of clutches that alternate to achieve seamless shifting. DCT combines the advantages of AT and AMT, offering high transmission efficiency, simple structure, and lower production costs.