Locking differential assembly and operating method
US12129916B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Grant date | Oct 29, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2048/205
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for a locking differential assembly. The locking differential assembly, in one example, includes an input gear configured to rotationally couple to an upstream component, a case coupled to the input gear, and a locking clutch configured to, in an engaged configuration, lock rotation of the case and a side gear. The locking differential assembly further includes an actuation system configured to engage and disengage the locking clutch based on a steering angle.
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