A transmission control system is a computer module that controls and performs clutch and shifting functions in an automatic transmission vehicle. This is accomplished by processing electrical data that come in from the electronic control unit (ECU) and various sensors, including temperature sensors for the transmission fluid, accelerometers, and brake pedal position sensors. The transmission control system's input parameters include a number of different parts, including the wheel speed sensors, fluid pressure sensors, vehicle speed sensors, and cruise control systems.
The transition from manual to automatic transmission is motivated by the need to enhance levels of comfort and safety. The utilization of an automatic transmission when driving is associated with enhanced safety, increased comfort, improved fuel efficiency, and overall superior performance. The implementation of automatic transmission obviates the necessity for manual gear shifting and clutch engagement by the driver, hence providing a heightened level of comfort, especially in urban areas characterized by frequent halts and accelerations. To ensure maximum efficiency, the transmission control unit (TCU) obtains data from the engine control unit (ECU) as well as input from other sensors throughout the vehicle.
Prominent automotive manufacturers are allocating significant resources to refine automatic gearboxes equipped with active shift control. Hyundai Motor Group, a prominent automotive manufacturer, has emerged as a pioneering entity in the realm of hybrid and active shift control (ASC) gearboxes. This innovative transmission technology optimizes transmission efficiency by continuously monitoring gear changes at a rate of up to 500 times per second and adjusting the gearbox's shift timing accordingly. This technology also contributes to the improvement of automobiles' fuel efficiency by lowering gear shift times by 30%. Such factors create opportunities for market growth.
Asia-Pacific is the most significant global transmission control system market shareholder and is estimated to exhibit a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period. The Asia-Pacific region predominantly leads the transmission control system market on a global scale. It is anticipated that the area companies will maintain their competitive edge during the projected period due to the implementation of innovative cars incorporating modern technologies, such as automatic transmission control systems. Moreover, it is expected that the increasing demand for automatic transmission in automobiles and the development of active shift transmission will drive the expansion of the transmission control system market. This will also provide significant potential prospects for the industry participants.
Key players operating in the global transmission control system market are Continental AG, Robert Bosch, BorgWarner, Delphi Technologies, Denso Corporation, Dana Limited, Infineon Technologies, Eaton, Allison Transmission Inc., and ZF Friedrichshafen.