Abstract: A stator assembly for an electrical machine extends azimuthally around an axis. The assembly includes: a plurality of stator teeth projecting radially from a circumference of the stator assembly, wherein the teeth are spaced azimuthally from each other and extend along a direction parallel to the axis of the stator assembly; a plurality of slots defined by azimuthal spacing of the stator teeth, wherein the plurality of slots extends along a direction parallel to the axis of the stator assembly, wherein the slots are arranged to receive a plurality of stator windings; and one or more dividers positioned within the plurality of slots, wherein the dividers define a plurality of cavities for receiving the plurality of stator windings.

Abstract: A drive mechanism for use with an electric motor and a clutch mechanism The drive mechanism comprises a rotor shaft, a disconnect shaft, a disconnect mechanism, at least one damper element, a part of the clutch, and a lubrication system. The rotor shaft and disconnect shaft have a longitudinal axis A. The disconnect shaft transmits torque between the rotor shaft and the clutch mechanism. The disconnect shaft comprises the part of the clutch and a shaft element. The disconnect mechanism is configured to move the disconnect shaft between an engaged position in which the part of the clutch is engaged with the clutch mechanism and a disengaged position in which the part of the clutch is not engaged with the clutch mechanism. The at least one damper element is configured to absorb at least part of any kinetic energy introduced into the disconnect shaft.

Abstract: A drive mechanism for use with an electric motor and a clutch mechanism includes a rotor shaft, a disconnect shaft, a disconnect mechanism, at least one damper element, and a part of a clutch. The rotor shaft and disconnect shaft have a longitudinal axis A. The disconnect shaft transmits torque between the rotor shaft and the clutch mechanism. The disconnect shaft comprises the part of the clutch and a shaft element. The disconnect mechanism is configured to move the disconnect shaft between an engaged position in which the part of the clutch is engaged with the clutch mechanism and a disengaged position in which the part of the clutch is not engaged with the clutch mechanism. The at least one damper element is configured to absorb at least part of any kinetic energy introduced into the disconnect shaft due to movement of the disconnect shaft.