Axle assembly having a gear reduction module with countershaft gear sets
US11220176B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2041 |
Classification
- 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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