Multispeed transaxle with sprung powertrain mounting and methods therefor
US11420514B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2400/61
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Vehicles, powertrains for vehicles, and methods of mounting powertrains to chassis of vehicles are disclosed herein. A vehicle includes a chassis, a plurality of wheels, and a powertrain. The chassis extends along a longitudinal axis from a first end to a second end arranged opposite the first end. The plurality of wheels are coupled to the chassis between the first end and the second end and configured for rotation about a rotational axis. The powertrain is mounted to the chassis transverse to the longitudinal axis between the first end and the second end. The powertrain is configured to drive rotation of the plurality of wheels about the rotational axis in use of the vehicle.
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