New Actuator Solutions from Schaeffler
At the 18th International VDI Congress “Drivetrain for Vehicles”, Schaeffler is showcasing its products for IC-engine, hybrid, and electrified powertrains, which will give a new impulse to further development of automobile technologies corresponding to current environmental standards.
Energy efficiency is crucial to the R&D of eco-friendly vehicles of tomorrow, but how can all the elements in the powertrain use their potential and capacity to the maximum extent with regard to energy? Schaeffler came up with new solutions for this challenging task. This year, the main topic of the abovementioned event is related to advanced actuator technologies, involving the actuator for multi-speed electric axles (EAA) and the integrated parking lock actuator (PLA). With its know-how ideas, Schaeffler has a significant bearing on developmental trends which may find application in car technologies. By applying its accumulated experience in the field of powertrains solutions manufacturing, the company can comply with high-level requirements of potential clients and can design energy-saving and economically viable concepts for different types of electrically driven powertrains.
Schaeffler’s electric axle actuator (EAA)
Schaeffler’s electric axle actuator (EAA) will
be launched into large-scale manufacturing in 2018. The EAA is designed on the
basis of the interlock gearbox actuator with built-in lock-up, but operates
without a selector axis. The main peculiarity lies in the fact that 2 adjustment
motors are regulated only during gearshift operations. Apart from a minimal
no-load current, this actuator is notable for lack of energy waste. Schaeffler
put great efforts not only in development of the equipment, but also works on the
software to guarantee desirable operational characteristics of the complete
unit.
Schaeffler’s parking lock actuator (PLA)
Schaeffler’s PLA was designed as an effective
activation unit for the parking lock feature in e-cars. This product has a
light weight and a space-saving design. Thus, it can be embedded into electric axle
units or hybrid gearboxes in the most appropriate way. The constructive
simplicity of the parking lock mechanical system in the gearbox also provides
prolonged useful life of more than 150 thousand load cycles per unit.
About Schaeffler
Schaeffler Group is a leading international supplier of integrated systems for manufacturing industry and automotive engineering. The company is well-known for high quality of its products, unmatched technologies and innovative activities. Schaeffler makes a significant contribution to the promotion of the concept «Mobility for tomorrow», offering precision components and engine systems, transmissions and chassis, as well as roller and sleeve-type bearings for many manufacturing sectors.
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Having more than 84 thousand employees,
Schaeffler is one of the largest family-owned enterprises in the world. The company
has an international network of production facilities, R&D centers and sales
organizations, including approximately 170 sites in more than 50 countries
worldwide.
