Title:
二重接続はずしディファレンシャル・アセンブリと二輪及び四輪駆動モード間の切替えを行う方法
Document Type and Number:
Japanese Patent JP4729234
Kind Code:
B2
Abstract:
A dual disconnect differential assembly for four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle is disclosed. This disconnect differential assembly connects/disconnects both axle shafts of a differential assembly simultaneously from the side gears of the differential assembly. Both axle shafts are interconnected to provide simultaneous sliding along an axial direction. A clutch mechanism associated with the two differential side gears (which may be otherwise conventional) and with the axle shafts is provided for simultaneous connection and simultaneous disconnection of the axle shafts. The dual disconnect differential assembly herein is simple, compact, and reliable. It overcomes the disadvantages associated with single axle disconnect mechanisms presently in use. It also provides a simpler, more compact, and more reliable dual disconnect differential mechanism than any such mechanism presently known.
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Inventors:
Wayne, Lee, Bogen
William, Gordon, Hunt
Jun, Yoshioka
William, Gordon, Hunt
Jun, Yoshioka
Application Number:
JP2002122373A
Publication Date:
July 20, 2011
Filing Date:
April 24, 2002
Export Citation:
Assignee:
Dana, Omotivive, Sistims, Group, LRC
International Classes:
B60K17/346; F16H48/08; B60K17/34; B60K23/08; F16D11/10; F16H48/06
Domestic Patent References:
| JP10059012A | ||||
| JP63110128U | ||||
| JP5000577B2 | ||||
| JP56052650A | ||||
| JP8230505A |
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
Yuzo Sanada
Ohara Shizuo
Ohara Shizuo