Power transfer unit drive disconnect system
US8376887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 2, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K17/346
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive system includes a rotating power source, a planetary differential including a ring gear engaged with the power source, a sun gear secured to a first shaft and a carrier secured to a second shaft, a member secured to an output shaft, and a coupler alternately connecting and disconnecting the member and the ring gear.
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