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Differential Integrated Disconnect Unit

Integrating a Disconnect Unit (DCU) into the differential of an all-wheel drive electric vehicle increases system efficiency. When the secondary e-axle is not needed, it is disconnected from the driveline. This reduces electrical and mechanical losses caused by the idle e-axle. The use of a DCU is particularly beneficial in systems where the e-axle functions as a secondary drive, such as in hybrid architectures or pure electric all-wheel drive concepts. Seamless disconnection increases energy efficiency without compromising traction.

Differential Integrated Disconnect Unit

Highlights

  • Highest performance and efficiency increase when decoupled at the differential
  • Average power consumption: <2 W for a normally stay system with BLDC motor
  • Modular approach

Advantages

  • Reduced energy consumption of up to 7 % allows for a down-sizing of the battery
  • No change of transmission gear set needed by using a differential integrated DCU
  • Ball ramp mechanism to improve shifting performance and locking functionality
  • Spring spindle mechanism to solve tip-on-tip condition
  • Flexible electro-mechanical actuation with smart/non-smart variants
  • No bevel gear rotation when decoupled – lower drag losses, improved NVH

Features

Nominal torque capacity DCU
3,800 Nm (scalable)
Peak torque capacity DCU
6,200 Nm (scalable)
Engaging time
80 – 150 ms (speed-dependent)
High-torque disengagement
Speed difference
5 to 30 rpm (at DCU)
Typical number of actuations over lifetime
700,000 – 1,200,000
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