Electric vehicle drive system
US10630140B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 21, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/64
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive system for powering the wheels of an electric vehicle is disclosed. The drive system includes an electric motor having a stator and a rotor, and one or more planetary gear sets operably connected to the electric motor and the wheels. The drive system includes one or more configurations that reduce packaging space, reduce the weight of the drive system, and/or provide cooling functions.
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