Two-speed transfer case with adaptive clutch control

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6905436
APP PUB NO 20050096172A1
SERIAL NO

10696944

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A transfer case having an input shaft driven by a powertrain, a first output shaft adapted for connection to a first driveline, a second output shaft adapted for connection to a second driveline, an interaxle differential operably disposed between the input shaft and the first and second output shafts, 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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NEW VENTURE GEAR INC1650 RESEARCH DRIVE SUITE 300 TROY MI 48083

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Mueller, Joseph G Cazenovia, NY 20 288
Thomas, Gareth Banbury, GB 114 1125

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