Shift system for transfer case

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2007-06-12

2007-06-12

Estremsky, Sherry (Department: 3681)

Planetary gear transmission systems or components

Variable speed or direction transmission combined with...

Variable speed or direction is planetary transmission

C475S320000

Reexamination Certificate

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11476331

ABSTRACT:
A transfer case having an input shaft driven by a powertrain, a first output shaft adapted for connection to a first driveline and a torque transfer mechanism. The torque transfer mechanism includes a friction clutch assembly operably disposed between the first output shaft and the second output shaft and a clutch actuator assembly for generating and applying a clutch engagement force to the friction clutch assembly. The clutch actuator assembly includes an electric motor, a geared reduction unit and a clutch apply operator. A control system including vehicle sensors and a controller are provided to control actuation of the electric motor.

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