| abstract |
A multifunctional energy-saving system for vehicles is composed of automatic clutch means (1) and control means (2). The automatic clutch means mainly comprises a shaft (4) with a regular prismatic section (5), a hub (6) , a synchronous cage (10) with torque-transmitting elements (12).When the speed of the shaft is higher than that of the hub, torque is transmitted between them through said elements (12). When the speed of the shaft becomes lower than that of the hub, no torque is transmitted between them. The shaft can be engaged with the hub as required at any time responding to the control means. The energy consumption can be considerably reduced by means of the present system. When the automatic clutch means of symmetric structure is used in the system and disposed in place of the original differential of a vehicle, the automatic clutch means can further function as a differential with anti-slip performance. |