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Disconnectable driveline for all-wheel drive vehicle

US8469854B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2012
Grant dateJun 25, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H48/22
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A disconnectable driveline arrangement for an all-wheel drive vehicle includes a power take-off unit having a disconnect mechanism, a rear drive module having a torque transfer device and a limited slip clutch assembly, and a control system for controlling actuation of the disconnect mechanism, the torque transfer device and the limited slip clutch assembly.

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