Full time all wheel drive system
US6851501B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K17/346
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An all wheel drive system for use in a vehicle where that system includes a front axle having a front differential. The all wheel drive system also includes a center differential connected to the front differential via a prop shaft. The all wheel drive system also includes a rear axle having a rear differential wherein the rear differential is connected to the center differential. The rear differential having a reduction gear integrated therein.
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