Four-wheel drive apparatus using motor, and method thereof

Details Four-wheel drive apparatus using motor, and method thereof Four-wheel drive apparatus using motor, and method thereof

2006-04-18

2006-04-18

Morris, Lesley D. (Department: 3611)

Motor vehicles

Power

Electric

C180S065230, C180S065800, C701S022000, C701S069000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07028796

ABSTRACT:
A four-wheel drive apparatus for a vehicle with front wheels driven by an engine comprises a generator connected to the engine for generating an electric current; a motor driven by the electric current supplied from the generator and supplying power for driving rear wheels; a battery charged by the electric current supplied from the generator; a first relay switch for switching electric contact between the generator and the motor; a second relay switch for switching electric contact between the battery and the generator, wherein, the current generated by the generator is alternatively supplied to the motor or the battery.

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