System and method for a differential disconnect electric axle
US11642960B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 11, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/72
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for selectively engaging an electric machine to an electric axle of a vehicle. In one example, a method may include engaging or disengaging the electric machine to a differential of the electric-axle by adjusting pressure in a piston coupled to an axle shaft of the electric-axle via a disconnect clutch.
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