Differential and differential lubricating fluid management system
US9772026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H48/08
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A differential is provided. The differential includes a housing that has a sump, an input shaft, a ring gear, a carrier that is affixed to the ring gear, and a diverter. The sump is configured to collect lubricating fluid. The ring gear is configured to transfer lubricating fluid out of the sump. The diverter is configured to direct the lubricating fluid to the input shaft and carrier.
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