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Motorized disconnect system and operation methods

US9656548B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 3, 2015
Grant dateMay 23, 2017
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H1/16
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and systems are provided for a motorized disconnect operable to selectively engage and disengage two rotating components of a vehicle drivetrain. As one example, a motorized disconnect system is provided that operates via an electric motor and includes a shifter assembly with an oscillating gear track and cam profile for rotating the shifter assembly while moving it in an axial direction to selectively couple two rotating components.

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