CVT
Adjust the pulley grooves and belt position to explore a transmission without fixed steps.
A simplified teaching model.
Ratio (example): 1.00 · Output: 2400 rpm
Input: 2400 rpm.
Same road speed: solid CVT / dashed stepped
How to play
Move the slider to adjust the grooves. Auto turns both pulleys at the selected ratio.
Learn more
This model assumes no slip or losses and keeps axle spacing and belt length constant. The graph is an illustrative comparison at the same road speeds: continuous ratio adjustment holds 2400 rpm, while the stepped example selects among five ratios.