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Hub unit and a powertrain for a vehicle

US8746385B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2013
Grant dateJun 10, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Y2200/415
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hub unit includes an electric machine adapted for driving a wheel. The hub unit includes at least two planetary gears coupled in series between the electric machine and a wheel hub, and a gear shifting device for connecting and disconnecting, respectively, one of the planetary gears from being drivingly connected to the electric machine.

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