Planetary gear sets are smaller and more compact, and this limits heat dissipation. To keep the gears cool, the lubricant can be sent through a heat exchanger, or a cooling fan can be designed in.

Compound planetary gear sets multiply the basic setup by two or more to achieve multiple drive gear ratios.

This week’s film explains that multiple sets of planetary gear systems in differing sizes are used to gear automobiles for different forward speeds as well as reverse operation.

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Additionally, the patent highlights the coaxial arrangement of the electric machine and planetary gear sets, optimizing the overall design of the electric drive axle.

The gearbox assembly includes a housing, multiple planetary gear sets, and clutches that allow for independent control of the direction of rotation of each axle.

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