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Umstead Automotive is ready to showcase the latest advancements in electric vehicle (EV) technology at the 2024 SAE World Congress Experience (WCX) in Detroit. The event, scheduled for April 16, will feature Umstead’s innovative multi-function one-way clutch designed to improve EV efficiency and range while reducing overall cost and component complexity. A detailed presentation on the shift system will be given.
Main highlights:
- Presentation time: April 16, 2024, 1:30 PM ET.
- position: Learning Lab, Huntington Place, Detroit.
- speaker: John Jennings, Director of Innovation and E-Mobility
This next-generation technology builds on Umstead’s previously developed two-speed powershift system tailored for electric vehicle architectures. In the new system, Electromechanical one-way clutchEffectively eliminates drag losses commonly found in traditional wet friction clutches. This design not only increases system efficiency, but also improves reliability, reduces shift times, and simplifies control mechanisms.
By utilizing precision control of electric motors, Clutch technology enables precise torque management, is important for extending the range of EVs and improving overall vehicle performance. In his presentation, John Jennings will outline the details of this technology and its benefits compared to previous systems.
Comparative advantages of the new system:
- Reduced system weight
- Reduced space required for components
- Eliminate friction pack oil circuit and pump
- Removing the friction pack actuation system
- Increased efficiency due to the absence of frictional elements
- No contamination from wear particlesincrease sustainability
- Reduce production costs
Umstead Automotive has always been at the forefront of the industry. Develop functional and cost-effective solutions We aim to meet the evolving demands of both automakers and consumers. In 2021, Means Industries Inc., Transform Automotive, SMW Manufacturing, and Burgess-Norton Mfg. Co., Inc. were integrated into the Umstead Automotive Group, providing a wide range of innovative products and efficiency solutions to the world. The ability has been further strengthened.
focus on Precise and strategic designUmstead is committed to advancing automotive technology to support sustainable and efficient transportation solutions, as evidenced by our latest contributions to EV technology unveiled at WCX.
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