17830728. Power Train for Vehicle simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Power Train for Vehicle
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Joo Hang Lee of Yongin-si (KR)
Power Train for Vehicle - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17830728 titled 'Power Train for Vehicle
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an embodiment power train for a vehicle that includes multiple input shafts, an output shaft, a transmission gear set, a shifting unit, and a motor-side transfer gear set.
- The power train includes a first input shaft that receives rotating forces from a first motor and an engine, and a second input shaft that receives a rotating force from a second motor.
- An output shaft is positioned parallel to the first and second input shafts.
- A transmission gear set is engaged with and coupled to the first input shaft and the output shaft, and it consists of multiple gear sets with different gear ratios.
- A shifting unit is responsible for selecting a gear set from the transmission gear set based on the vehicle's traveling speed.
- A motor-side transfer gear set is engaged with and coupled to the second input shaft and the output shaft.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Automotive industry: This power train design can be used in various types of vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and buses.
- Electric vehicles: The power train can be utilized in electric vehicles that have multiple motors for improved efficiency and performance.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient power transfer: The power train efficiently transfers power from multiple motors and an engine to the vehicle's wheels.
- Gear ratio selection: The shifting unit selects the appropriate gear ratio based on the vehicle's speed, ensuring optimal performance and fuel efficiency.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved performance: The power train allows for efficient power distribution, resulting in enhanced vehicle performance and acceleration.
- Fuel efficiency: The shifting unit selects the most suitable gear ratio, optimizing fuel consumption and reducing emissions.
- Versatility: The power train can be adapted to different vehicle types and motor configurations, providing flexibility in design and application.
Original Abstract Submitted
An embodiment power train for a vehicle includes a first input shaft configured to receive rotating forces from a first motor and an engine, a second input shaft configured to receive a rotating force from a second motor, an output shaft disposed in parallel with the first input shaft and the second input shaft, a transmission gear set in which a plurality of gear sets having different gear ratios are engaged with and coupled to the first input shaft and the output shaft, a shifting unit configured to select a gear set of the plurality of gear sets based on a traveling speed of the vehicle, and a motor-side transfer gear set engaged with and coupled to the second input shaft and the output shaft.