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Shift control device and a method of controlling an axle assembly

US11953090B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 2023
Grant dateApr 9, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2063/3096
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A shift control device and method of controlling an axle assembly of a vehicle. The method includes electrically connecting a shift control device to the vehicle and commanding, with the shift control device, an actuator to move a coupling of the axle assembly to a neutral position, thereby disconnecting an electric motor from a wheel hub.

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