Check out this video overview of a compact CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) from Fallbrook Technologies, based on a concept proposed by Leonardo DaVinci. While this seems brilliant and well suited to bicycle or other low power applications, I am skeptical about the manufacturer’s claims of its potential for use in cars – I question whether it could really handle higher power levels. It’s still a great technology with lots of potential applications though.

You can read more about CVTs here.

(via Coolhunting)

The transmission will be appearing in this cool looking bike from Ellsworth.