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Axle assembly having a gear reduction module with countershaft gear sets

US11220176B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2021
Grant dateJan 11, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2200/2005
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An axle assembly having a gear reduction unit that is configured to operatively connect an electric motor to a drive pinion. The gear reduction unit includes at least one countershaft gear set. At least one clutch is engageable to provide a torque path between the electric motor and the drive pinion.

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