Post by HighProtein on May 2, 2005 2:37:47 GMT -5
Auburn Gear ECTED Locker
Auburn Gear has developed an E lectronically C ontrolled T raction E nhancing D ifferential – the ECTED ™. The electronic activation feature allows the ECTED to be interactive with vehicle dynamic systems to provide optimum traction. It also does not require external pneumatic or hydraulic connections. The ECTED greatly enhances the traction required for severe off-road and towing applications such as pickup trucks and SUVs. It can also be integrated with ABS and traction-control systems to provide the enhanced traction required of luxury and sport performance vehicles. The ECTED's compact design and variable torque transfer capability lends itself to many differential applications.
The ECTED's simplicity, ease of installation, high torque transfer capability, and other controllable features makes it an attractive cost-to-benefit design.
ECTED's Features and Benefits
The ECTED is designed to be controlled by a vehicle's on-board control system. Listed below are some of the performance capabilities when integrated into such a system:
Variable Torque Transfer Capability – The ECTED's torque transfer is electronically controlled and is infinitely variable from essentially an open differential to that of 100% torque transfer. This allows the transfer of torque to be modulated to give the vehicle maximum traction without compromising vehicle stability.
Automatic Engagement & Disengagement – The ECTED is "seamless" to the driver. When wheel slippage is sensed it instantly and automatically engages to the torque bias level required. Likewise, it automatically disengages immediately when torque transfer is not needed. Additionally, the friction-based clutches of the ECTED allow for smooth and quiet engagement and disengagement unlike "positive clutch" style differentials which are abrupt and noisy.
Programmable to Anticipate Wheel Slip – Since the clutch actuation is electronic, the ECTED does not have to rely on wheel slip to be activated as with viscous-type and hydraulic designs. When controlled by a system that monitors throttle position, the ECTED can be engaged when a rapid increase in throttle position is sensed, indicating a desire for maximum acceleration and traction. In this situation, the ECTED engages in anticipation of the need for maximum traction.
ABS & C-lock Compatible – Because the ECTED is electronically controlled and is capable of instantaneous disengagement, it can be deactivated at any point in time so as to not interfere with ABS systems. It is also designed to accept C-lock designed axle shafts.
Programmable to Meet Vehicle Performance Requirements – When connected to a vehicle's on-board control system and monitoring conditions such as wheel speeds, steering position, throttle position, yaw, etc., the ECTED can be controlled to meet a variety of vehicle performance requirements.
Fits Into Most Existing Axle Housings – The ECTED has been developed in several sizes and has been designed to fit within many current OEM axles without modification except for a wire entrance hole.
Auburn Gear has developed an E lectronically C ontrolled T raction E nhancing D ifferential – the ECTED ™. The electronic activation feature allows the ECTED to be interactive with vehicle dynamic systems to provide optimum traction. It also does not require external pneumatic or hydraulic connections. The ECTED greatly enhances the traction required for severe off-road and towing applications such as pickup trucks and SUVs. It can also be integrated with ABS and traction-control systems to provide the enhanced traction required of luxury and sport performance vehicles. The ECTED's compact design and variable torque transfer capability lends itself to many differential applications.
The ECTED's simplicity, ease of installation, high torque transfer capability, and other controllable features makes it an attractive cost-to-benefit design.
ECTED's Features and Benefits
The ECTED is designed to be controlled by a vehicle's on-board control system. Listed below are some of the performance capabilities when integrated into such a system:
Variable Torque Transfer Capability – The ECTED's torque transfer is electronically controlled and is infinitely variable from essentially an open differential to that of 100% torque transfer. This allows the transfer of torque to be modulated to give the vehicle maximum traction without compromising vehicle stability.
Automatic Engagement & Disengagement – The ECTED is "seamless" to the driver. When wheel slippage is sensed it instantly and automatically engages to the torque bias level required. Likewise, it automatically disengages immediately when torque transfer is not needed. Additionally, the friction-based clutches of the ECTED allow for smooth and quiet engagement and disengagement unlike "positive clutch" style differentials which are abrupt and noisy.
Programmable to Anticipate Wheel Slip – Since the clutch actuation is electronic, the ECTED does not have to rely on wheel slip to be activated as with viscous-type and hydraulic designs. When controlled by a system that monitors throttle position, the ECTED can be engaged when a rapid increase in throttle position is sensed, indicating a desire for maximum acceleration and traction. In this situation, the ECTED engages in anticipation of the need for maximum traction.
ABS & C-lock Compatible – Because the ECTED is electronically controlled and is capable of instantaneous disengagement, it can be deactivated at any point in time so as to not interfere with ABS systems. It is also designed to accept C-lock designed axle shafts.
Programmable to Meet Vehicle Performance Requirements – When connected to a vehicle's on-board control system and monitoring conditions such as wheel speeds, steering position, throttle position, yaw, etc., the ECTED can be controlled to meet a variety of vehicle performance requirements.
Fits Into Most Existing Axle Housings – The ECTED has been developed in several sizes and has been designed to fit within many current OEM axles without modification except for a wire entrance hole.