Abstract: A transfer case is provided utilizing dual planetary gearsets to provide a low gear ratio that can be engaged and disengaged on the fly without binding of gears. The transfer case provides an option for engaging the front, rear, both front and rear, or none of the wheels of a vehicle and is especially suited for off road vehicles such as rock crawlers.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 26, 2006
Date of Patent:
December 15, 2009
Assignee:
Lovell Engineering, LLC
Inventors:
Christopher W. Lovell, Charles A. Barnow
Abstract: A transfer case is provided utilizing dual planetary gearsets to provide a low gear ratio that can be engaged and disengaged on the fly without binding of gears. The transfer case provides an option for engaging the front, rear, both front and rear, or none of the wheels of a vehicle and is especially suited for off road vehicles such as rock crawlers.