I have noticed that they are using push-belts (for longevity reasons?) which actively force themselves out of the pulleys, thus reducing their torque carrying capacity and/or requiring huge clamping pressures. But, where one can afford to wear out a belt, as in a limited use race car, I believe...
Hello all. I am researching a CVT gerbox to be custom built for sports racers. I would like the box to be capable of taking 100 ft-lbs up to 12000 rpm. Trouble is, I am having a terrible time getting any tension/speed ratings for any CVT belts (rubber-kevlar type, not a push belt). I have...