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Axle assembly

US9746069B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2014
Grant dateAug 29, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2048/423
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An axle assembly that is configured with reduced weight and an internal configuration that is configured to reduce losses through, for example, higher efficiency gearing, low viscosity lubricant and reduced lubricant levels as compared with current production automotive axle assemblies that are configured with a similar overall gear ratio and capacity.

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