Differential with bi-directional overrunning clutch
US11047464B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 18, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2048/423
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A differential with an overrunning clutch (ORC) assembly is provided. The differential includes a first plain bearing end cap with an interior surface that forms a plain bearing interface with an outer surface of a first side hub. The first plain bearing end cap further has a first outer surface portion that engages a first end portion of a roller cage assembly. A second plain bearing end cap with an interior surface that forms a plain bearing interface with an outer surface of the second side hub is also included. The second plain bearing end cap further has a first outer surface portion that engages a second end portion of the roller cage assembly. The (ORC) assembly selectively engages the roller cage assembly during an ORC condition to selectively couple torque between a ring gear and the first and second side hubs.
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