Torque vectoring limited slip differential assembly

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2006-02-28

2006-02-28

Estremsky, Sherry (Department: 3681)

Planetary gear transmission systems or components

Variable speed or direction transmission combined with...

Variable speed or direction is planetary transmission

C475S221000

Reexamination Certificate

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07004876

ABSTRACT:
A drive axle assembly includes first and second axleshafts connected to a pair of wheels and a drive mechanism operable to selectively couple a driven input shaft to one or both of the axleshafts. The drive mechanism includes a differential, first and speed changing units, and first and second mode clutches. The first mode clutch is operable in association with the first speed changing unit to increase the rotary speed of the first axleshaft which, in turn, causes a corresponding decrease in the rotary speed of the second axleshaft. The second mode clutch is operable in association with the second speed changing unit to increase the rotary speed of the second axleshaft so as to cause a decrease in the rotary speed of the first axleshaft. A control system controls actuation of both mode clutches.

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