Drive system and an axle for a vehicle driveline, and a vehicle comprising the driveline
US7779952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 24, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/148
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a drive system for a vehicle driveline comprising a pair of interconnected first transverse drive shafts (31a, 31b) extending in opposite directions, each of which supports a ground engaging member, and a first arrangement (101) allowing said pair of first transverse drive shafts to rotate at different speeds. Said arrangement (101) comprises a pair of individually selectively engagable clutches (37a, 37b), one clutch for each transverse drive shaft, and each of said clutches (37a, 37b) is configured for engaging and disengaging, respectively, the associated transverse drive shaft (31a, 31b) to a driving connection with a source of motive power.
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