Electric axle with multiple electric machines and locking clutch
US12214658B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 20, 2022 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K2007/0092
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for a lockable electric axle are provided. The electric axle includes a first electric machine coupled to a first drive wheel via a first gear set. The electric axle further includes a second electric machine coupled to a second drive wheel via a second gear set, and a locking clutch designed to selectively lock the rotation of a first rotor shaft and a second rotor shaft in the first and second electric machines, respectively.
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