Automatic gear-shifting device
US10458523B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 29, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2200/201
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gear-shifting device is described herein. The device includes a first motor having a first stator. The first stator turns clockwise and counter-clockwise, creating a wobbling action. The device further includes a compound planetary transmission, consisting of a transmission ring attached to a ring gear, and receiving power from the first stator. The device further includes a second motor having a second stator. The second stator turns clockwise and counter-clockwise. The device further includes a shift assembly, consisting of a drum, a cap, and a pinion gear. The pinion gear receives power from the second stator. The drum locks with the pinion gear such that the drum rotates with the pinion gear. The transmission ring is attached to the drum, such that the transmission ring moves laterally as the drum rotates. The ring gear locks and unlocks with the cap as the drum rotates. The wobbling action enables the locking.
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