Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for operating an electromagnetic pulse disconnect assembly for selectively engaging two rotating components of a vehicle drivetrain. A disconnect assembly is needed that is not powered by vacuum diverted from an engine of the vehicle, as modern engines are being developed to reduce vacuum production and remove vacuum lines for powering peripheral devices such as disconnects. An electromagnetic pulse disconnect assembly is provided that operates via pulses of electrical current and includes an electromagnetic coil for translating a clutch ring assembly and a latching ring assembly to selectively couple two rotating components.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 14, 2015
Date of Patent:
March 13, 2018
Assignee:
Warn Automotive, LLC
Inventors:
Oliver Heravi, Adrian Simula, Bryan Averill