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Transmission mechanism for driving four wheels

US6848337B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateSep 10, 2003
Grant dateFeb 1, 2005
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Expiry dateSep 10, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/19
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a transmission mechanism with a differential mechanism for an automotive vehicle to drive four wheels instead of two differential mechanisms of prior art disposed on the front axle and rear axle. The transmission mechanism of the invention is of a compact structure and a relatively less cost of manufacturing, and makes a clearance between the chassis of the automotive vehicle and the ground increased. The performance of the automotive vehicle equipped with the transmission mechanism of the invention can be improved.

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