AXLE lifting system and method of operation thereof
The axle lifting system addresses the limitations of existing systems by enabling precise height adjustments and traction management, improving vehicle stability and handling through a motor-driven mechanism with integrated shafts and control units.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TATA MOTORS LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-01-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-30
AI Technical Summary
Existing axle lifting systems fail to control the entire lifting range for height adjustments with high response time, provide complete traction control on slippery surfaces, and reduce the un-sprung mass of vehicles, leading to potential suspension damage and handling issues.
An axle lifting system with a motor, output shaft, integrated shaft, shackle plate assemblies, and connector beams, controlled by a control unit for precise height adjustments and traction management, enabling automatic deployment based on load and road conditions.
The system provides efficient height adjustments, improves traction control, reduces un-sprung mass, prevents suspension damage, and enhances vehicle stability and handling, while simplifying existing complex systems.
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Abstract
Description
[0001] Docket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0002] AXLE LIFTING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF
[0003] TECHNICAL FIELD
[0004]
[0001] This disclosure generally relates to the field of lifting an axle. More particularly, the disclosure relates to an axle lifting system and method of operation thereof.
[0005] BACKGROUND
[0006]
[0002] Numerous heavy-duty trucks and similar vehicles utilize one or more liftable auxiliary axles also referred to as lift axles. A lift axle is raised or deployed based on gross load of a vehicle. The purpose of the lift axle is to distribute the load on the vehicle equally to all the axles. If a driver fails to deploy the lift axle at an appropriate time, the load of the vehicle shifts to the rear axles that may damage a suspension system of the vehicle.
[0007]
[0003] Existing technologies fail to control an entire lifting range of the lift axle for height adjustments that too with high response time. Furthermore, the existing technologies fail to provide a complete traction control over slippery surfaces. Moreover, the existing technologies fail to reduce the weight of an un-sprung mass of the vehicle, which affects handling of the vehicle.
[0008]
[0004] Therefore, there is a need of an automatic axle lifting system to improve the operational efficiency of the vehicle.
[0009] SUMMARY
[0010]
[0005] In an embodiment, an axle lifting system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the axle lifting system may include a motor coupled to a proximal end of an axle frame of an axle. The axle lifting system may further include an output shaft mechanically coupled to the motor. It should be noted that the motor may be configured to rotate the output shaft. The axle lifting system may further include an integrated shaft mechanically coupled to the output shaft and spanning between the proximal end and a distal end of the axle frame oppositely disposed to the proximal end. Further, the integrated shaft may be configured to rotate in response to rotary motion of the output shaft. The axle lifting system may further include a set of shackle pate assembles pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft. Further, the set of shackle plate assemblies may be configured to enable movement of the axle in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft. The axle lifting system may further include a set of connector beams. Each of the set of connector beams pivotally connected to a distal end of a shackle plate assembly fromDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0011] the set of shackle plate assemblies through a first end and to the axle frame through a second end oppositely disposed to the first end. The axle lifting system may further include a control unit. Further, the control unit may be configured to identify an input associated with movement of the axle. Further, the control unit may be configured to actuate the motor to move the axle to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input.
[0012]
[0006] In another embodiment, a vehicle comprising an axle lifting system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the axle lifting system may include a motor coupled to a proximal end of an axle frame of an axle. The axle lifting system may further include an output shaft mechanically coupled to the motor. It should be noted that the motor may be configured to rotate the output shaft. The axle lifting system may further include an integrated shaft mechanically coupled to the output shaft and spanning between the proximal end and a distal end of the axle frame oppositely disposed to the proximal end. Further, the integrated shaft may be configured to rotate in response to rotary motion of the output shaft. The axle lifting system may further include a set of shackle pate assembles pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft. Further, the set of shackle plate assemblies may be configured to enable movement of the axle in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft. The axle lifting system may further include a set of connector beams. Each of the set of connector beams pivotally connected to a distal end of a shackle plate assembly from the set of shackle plate assemblies through a first end and to the axle frame through a second end oppositely disposed to the first end. The axle lifting system may further include a control unit. Further, the control unit may be configured to identify an input associated with movement of the axle. Further, the control unit may be configured to actuate the motor to move the axle to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input.
[0013]
[0007] In yet another embodiment, a method for lifting an axle is disclosed. The method may include identifying an input associated with movement of an axle. The method may further include actuating a motor to move the axle to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input. The method may further include an actuation of the motor. The actuation of the motor may include rotating an output shaft of the motor. The output shaft may be mechanically coupled to the motor. The actuation of the motor may further include rotating an integrated shaft in response to rotary motion of the output shaft, the integrated shaft may be mechanically coupled to the output shaft. The actuation of the motor may further include moving a set shackle plate assemblies in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft, the set of shackle plate assemblies may be pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft. The actuation of the motor mayDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0014] further include moving a set of connector beams in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies. The movement of the set of connector beams results in movement of the axle to the desired position.
[0015] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016]
[0008] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this disclosure, illustrate exemplary embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain the disclosed principles.
[0017]
[0009] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary vehicle having a liftable axle, installed with one embodiment of an axle lifting system, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0018]
[0010] FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view of an axle lifting system in a retracted state, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0019] [Oil] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of an axle lifting system in an intermediate state, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0020]
[0012] FIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of an axle lifting system in an extended state, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0021]
[0013] FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method for lifting a liftable axle, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0022] DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0023]
[0014] The foregoing description has broadly outlined the features and technical advantages of the present disclosure in order that the detailed description of the disclosure that follows may be better understood. Additional features and advantages of the disclosure will be described hereinafter which forms the subject of the claims of the disclosure. It should be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the conception and specific embodiments disclosed may be readily utilized as a basis for modifying other devices, systems, assemblies and mechanisms for carrying out the same purposes of the present disclosure. It should also be realized by those skilled in the art that, such equivalent constructions do not depart from the scope of the disclosure as set forth in the appended claims. The novel features which are believed to be characteristics of the disclosure, to its device or system, together with further objects and advantages will be better understood from the following description when considered inDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0024] connection with the accompanying figures. It is to be expressly understood, however, that each of the figures is provided for the purpose of illustration and description only and is not intended as a definition of the limits of the present disclosure.
[0025]
[0015] The terms “including”, “comprises”, “comprising”, “comprising of’ or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a system or a device that comprises a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by “comprises... a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or apparatus.
[0026]
[0016] Reference will now be made to the exemplary embodiments of the disclosure, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, some numerals have been used to refer to the same or like parts. The following paragraphs describe the present disclosure with reference to FIG. 1 - FIG. 5.
[0027]
[0017] FIG. 1 illustrates a vehicle 100 having a liftable axle 110 and installed with an axle lifting system (not shown in FIG. 1), in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The vehicle 100 (exemplified here as a truck) has a cabin 102 that pulls a trailer 104. The vehicle 100 includes a front steer axle 106, a set of drive axles 108, and the liftable axle 110. The liftable axle 110 is mechanically coupled to the axle lifting system. The front steer axle 106 may act as an integral element of a steering system of the vehicle 100 and may thus enable a vehicle operator to turn and guide the vehicle 100. The set of drive axles 108 may be located at the rear of the vehicle 100 to transmit power from an engine to wheels of the vehicle 100. It may be apparent that the set of drive axles 108 may alternately me located at the front of the vehicle 100. The axle lifting system may be configured to selectively raise and lower the liftable axle 110, based on load conditions and traction requirement of the vehicle 100. The axle lifting system, according to the present invention, may be integrated in the vehicle 100 for improving the operational efficiency while driving in challenging conditions. The axle lifting system is explained in detail conjunction with the FIG. 2 - FIG. 4.
[0028]
[0018] Referring now to FIG. 2, a perspective view of an axle lifting system 200 in retracted state is illustrated, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure. The axle lifting system 200 includes an axle frame 202, a motor 204, an output shaft 206, an integrated shaft 208, a set of shackle plate assemblies 210, a first shackle plate 212, a second shackle plate 214, a set of connector beams 216, and a set of bellows 218. The axle frame 202 may be a part of the liftable axle 110 of FIG. 1 or may be operably coupled to the liftable axle 110. In orderDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0029] to perform the selective raising and lowering of the liftable axle 110 (as mentioned earlier in FIG. 1), the axle frame 202 may also be required to be raised and lowered. To this end, the set of bellows 218 are required to be contracted and expanded accordingly. Depending upon operational requirements of a vehicle, the motor 204 may be actuated based on whether the set of bellows 218 are required to be contracted or expanded. This is further explained in detail below. The motor 204 is incorporated in the axle lifting system 200, such that overall complexity of the axle lifting system 200 is reduced. The motor 204 may be coupled to a proximal end 203 of the axle frame 202 of the liftable axle 110. The output shaft 206 may be mechanically coupled to the motor 204. The motor 204 may be further configured to rotate the output shaft 206.
[0030]
[0019] The integrated shaft 208 may be mechanically coupled to the output shaft 206 and may span between the proximal end 203 and a distal end 205 of the axle frame 202. The distal end 205 is oppositely disposed to the proximal end 203. Additionally, the integrated shaft 208 may be further configured to rotate in response to rotary motion of the output shaft 206. Each of the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 may be pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft 208. Additionally, the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 may be further configured to enable movement of the liftable axle 110 in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft 208. Further, the integrated shaft 208 may include a stopper 220. The stopper 220 may be configured to selectively restrict rotation of the integrated shaft 208.
[0031]
[0020] Each of the set of connector beams 216 may be pivotally coupled to a distal end 211 of the first shackle plate 212 from the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 through a first end 213 and to the axle frame 202 through a second end 215. The second end 215 may be oppositely disposed to the first end 213. The shackle plate assemblies 210 may further include the first shackle plate 212 and the second shackle plate 214. The first shackle plate 212 may be pivoted on the integrated shaft 208. Additionally, the first shackle plate 212 may be configured to pivot in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft 208.
[0032]
[0021] The second shackle plate assembly 214 may be pivoted on the first shackle plate assembly 212 and one of the set of connector beams 216. The second shackle plate assembly 214 may be further configured to pivotally move the connector beams 216 in response to pivotal moment of the first shackle plate assembly 212. Each of the set of connector beams 216 may be fixedly coupled to a bellow 218 from a set of bellows 218 attached to the axle frame 202. The set of connector beams 216 may be configured to inflate or deflate the set of bellow 218 in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies 210.Docket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0033]
[0022] The axle lifting system 200 may further include a control unit (not shown). The control unit may be configured to identify an input from a set of inputs associated with a movement of the liftable axle 110. Further, the control unit may be configured to actuate a motor 204 to move the liftable axle 110 to desired positions from a set of positions based on the input. The actuation of the motor 204 may further include rotating the output shaft 206 of the motor 204. The actuation of the motor 204 may further include rotating the integrated shaft 208 in response to rotary motion of the output shaft 206. The integrated shaft 208 may be mechanically coupled to the output shaft 206.
[0034]
[0023] Further, the actuation of the motor 204 may include moving the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 in response to the rotary motion of the integrated shaft 208. The set of shackle plate assemblies 210 may be pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft 208. Additionally, the actuation of the motor 204 may include moving a set of connector beams 216 in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies 210. The movement of the set of connector beams 216 results in movement of the liftable axle 110 to a desired position. Further, the control unit may be configured to render a visual status via a dashboard screen corresponding to the desired position of the liftable axle 110.
[0035]
[0024] The set of inputs may include a reverse gear input, a Load Conscious Regulating Valve (LCRV) input and a traction control input. The set of inputs corresponding to the set of positions may be configured to enable the motor 204 to achieve at least one position from the set of positions of the liftable axle 110. Specifically, the LCRV input may be configured to enable one of the set of positions in case the load is above a respective predefined threshold. Moreover, the traction control input may be configured to transfer the load of the vehicle from the liftable axle 110 to the set of drive axles 108 (refer to FIG. 1) for the improvement of the traction by enabling the motor 204 to achieve at least one position from the set of positions.
[0036]
[0025] Further, the set of positions may include a first position, a second position and a set of intermediate positions. The FIG. 2 shows the second position corresponds to a fully retracted position of the liftable axle 110. The movement of the liftable axle 110 in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 is based on the second position. The first position and the set of intermediate positions are further explained in conjunction with the FIG. 3 and FIG. 4.
[0037]
[0026] Referring now to FIG. 3, a perspective view of the axle lifting system 200 in an intermediate state is illustrated, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure. The axle lifting system 200 may enable the liftable axle 110 to transition between a set of intermediate positions from a set of positions. Additionally, the set of intermediateDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0038] positions may be described here with reference to the FIG.2. The set of intermediate positions correspond to a plurality of positions between a fully extended position and a fully retracted position of the liftable axle 110 as shown in the FIG. 3.
[0039]
[0027] Referring now to FIG. 4, a perspective view of the axle lifting system 200 in an extended state is illustrated, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure. The extended state of the liftable axle 110 may correspond to a first position from a set of positions explained in FIG. 2. A control unit may be configured to actuate the motor 204 to move the liftable axle 110 to the extended state. The actuation of the motor 204 may further include rotating the output shaft 206 of the motor 204. The actuation of the motor 204 may further include rotating the integrated shaft 208 in response to rotary motion of the output shaft 206. The integrated shaft 208 may be mechanically coupled to the output shaft 206.
[0040]
[0028] Further, the actuation of the motor 204 may include moving the set of shackle plate assemblies 210 in response to the rotary motion of the integrated shaft 208. The set of shackle plate assemblies 210 may be pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft 208. Additionally, the actuation of the motor 204 may include moving the set of connector beams 216 in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies 210. The movement of the set of connector beams 216 results in movement of the liftable axle 110 to the extended state.
[0041]
[0029] Referring now to FIG. 5, a flowchart of a method for lifting the liftable axle 110 is illustrated, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure. At step 502, an input may be identified by a control unit associated with the movement of the liftable axle 110. In an exemplary scenario, if the vehicle is moving on a slanting surface, the liftable axle 110 may be deployed automatically based on the input detected from an LCRV system to ensure optimal performance of the vehicle on varying terrains. The input may be transferred to the motor 204 for further operations as discussed earlier.
[0042]
[0030] In another exemplary scenario, if the vehicle moving on the slippery surface, the liftable axle 110 may be raised automatically based on a traction control input received by the control unit. As a result, the load may be shifted from the liftable axle 110 to the set of drive axles 108, which results in increasing vertical load on a set of driving wheels. The traction may thus be improved by the vertical load for overall stability of the vehicle.
[0043]
[0031] At step 504, the motor 204 may be actuated to move the liftable axle 110 to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input. The set of positions may be controlled by the control unit in accordance with the input. By way of an example, if a driver needs to deploy a fully retracted position of the liftable axle 110, the driver may press a switch to execute the deployment of the fully retracted position. By way of another example, when the driverDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0044] activates a reverse gear, the fully retracted position of the liftable axle 110 may be automatically deployed. Both the inputs discussed in the above examples may be received by the control unit to accordingly adjust the position of the liftable axle 110. At step 506, a visual status may be rendered via a dashboard to inform the driver about the desired position and the currently deployed position of the liftable axle 110.
[0045]
[0032] The disclosed axle lifting system 200 incorporates a motor driven integrated shaft that functions according to combined operations of shackle plate assemblies. The existing axle lifting systems only allow fully extended or full retracted positions, whereas the axle lifting system 200 enables calibrated height adjustments based on load and road conditions. The axle lifting system 200 also prevents damage to a suspension system and improves traction torque and overall vehicle stability in varying conditions, including slippery terrains. The axle lifting system 200 further enhances efficiency by minimizing un-sprung mass, which benefits vehicle handling and improves fuel efficiency. Further, the axle lifting system 200 enhances the traction control by transferring the weight from the liftable axle 110 to the set of drive axles 108. The control unit ensures that adjustment operations of the axle lifting system 200 are performed with faster response times. Furthermore, with the inclusion of the motor 204 in the system, existing complex lift axle systems are simplified. This further ensures that the axle lifting system 200 is cost-effective and efficient solution for modern heavy-duty vehicles.
[0046]
[0033] With respect to the use of substantially any plural and / or singular terms herein, those having skill in the art can translate from the plural to the singular and / or from the singular to the plural as is appropriate to the context and / or application. The various singular / plural permutations may be expressly set forth herein for sake of clarity.
[0047]
[0034] It will be understood by those within the art that, in general, terms used herein, and especially in the appended claims (e.g., bodies of the appended claims) are generally intended as “open” terms (e.g., the term “including” should be interpreted as “including but not limited to,” the term “having” should be interpreted as “having at least,” the term “includes” should be interpreted as “includes but is not limited to,” etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is intended, such an intent will be explicitly recited in the claim, and in the absence of such recitation no such intent is present. For example, as an aid to understanding, the following appended claims may contain usage of the introductory phrases “at least one” and “one or more” to introduce claim recitations. However, the use of such phrases should not be construed to imply that the introduction of a claim recitation by the indefinite articles “a” or “an” limits any particular claim containing such introduced claim recitation to inventions containing only one suchDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298
[0048] recitation, even when the same claim includes the introductory phrases “one or more” or “at least one” and indefinite articles such as “a” or “an” (e.g., “a” and / or “an” should typically be interpreted to mean “at least one” or “one or more”); the same holds true for the use of definite articles used to introduce claim recitations. In addition, even if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is explicitly recited, those skilled in the art will recognize that such recitation should typically be interpreted to mean at least the recited number (e.g., the bare recitation of “two recitations,” without other modifiers, typically means at least two recitations, or two or more recitations). Furthermore, in those instances where a convention analogous to “at least one of A, B, and C, etc.” is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., “a system having at least one of A, B, and C” would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and / or A, B, and C together, etc.). In those instances where a convention analogous to “at least one of A, B, or C, etc.” is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., “a system having at least one of A, B, or C” would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and / or A, B, and C together, etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that virtually any disjunctive word and / or phrase presenting two or more alternative terms, whether in the description, claims, or drawings, should be understood to contemplate the possibilities of including one of the terms, either of the terms, or both terms. For example, the phrase “A or B” will be understood to include the possibilities of “A” or “B” or “A and B.”
[0049]
[0035] In addition, where features or aspects of the disclosure are described in terms of Markush groups, those skilled in the art will recognize that the disclosure is also thereby described in terms of any individual member or subgroup of members of the Markush group.
[0050]
[0036] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.
Claims
Docket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298CLAIMSI / We Claim:
1. An axle lifting system comprising:a motor (204) coupled to a proximal end (203) of an axle frame (202) of an axle (110); an output shaft (206) mechanically coupled to the motor (204), wherein the motor (204) is configured to rotate the output shaft (206);an integrated shaft (208) mechanically coupled to the output shaft (206) and spanning between the proximal end (203) and a distal end (205) of the axle frame (202) oppositely disposed to the proximal end (203), wherein the integrated shaft (208) is configured to rotate in response to rotary motion of the output shaft (206);a set of shackle plate assemblies (210) pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft (208), wherein the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) is configured to enable movement of the axle (110) in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft (208);a set of connector beams (216), wherein each of the set of connector beams (216) is pivotally connected to a distal end (211) of a shackle plate assembly from the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) through a first end (213) and to the axle frame (202) though a second end (215) oppositely disposed to the first end (213); anda control unit configured to:identify an input associated with movement of the axle (110); and actuate the motor (204) to move the axle (110) to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input.
2. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) comprise:a first shackle plate (214) pivoted on the integrated shaft (208), wherein the first shackle plate (212) is configured to pivot in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft (208); and a second shackle plate (212) pivoted on the first shackle plate (214) and one of the set of connector beams (216), wherein the second shackle plate (212) is configured to pivotally move one of the set of connector beams (216) in response to pivotal movement of the first shackle plate (214).
3. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the set of connector beams (216) is fixedly coupled to a bellow from a set of bellows (218) attached to the axle frameDocket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298(202), and wherein the set of connector beams (216) is configured to inflate or deflate the bellow in response to movement of the shackle plate assemblies (210).
4. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the set of positions comprises:a first position corresponding to a fully extended position of the axle (110);a second position corresponding to a fully retracted position of the axle (110); and a set of intermediate positions corresponding to a plurality of positions between the fully extended position and the fully retracted position of the axle (110).
5. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the integrated shaft (208) comprises a stopper (220) formed therein, wherein the stopper (220) is configured to selectively restrict rotation of the integrated shaft (208).
6. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the input comprises at least one of a reverse gear input, a Load Conscious Regulating Valve (LCRV) input, a manual input, or a traction control input.
7. The axle lifting system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit if further configured to render, via a dashboard screen, a visual status corresponding to the desired position of the axle (110).
8. A vehicle comprising:an axle lifting system comprising:a motor (204) coupled to a proximal end (203) of an axle frame (202) of an axle (no);an output shaft (206) mechanically coupled to the motor (204), wherein the motor (204) is configured to rotate the output shaft (206);an integrated shaft (208) mechanically coupled to the output shaft (206) and spanning between the proximal end (203) and a distal end (205) of the axle frame (202) oppositely disposed to the proximal end (203), wherein the integrated shaft (208) is configured to rotate in response to rotary motion of the output shaft (206);a set of shackle plate assemblies (210) pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft (208), wherein the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) is configured to enable movement of the axle (110) in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft (208);Docket No: IIP-TAMO-P0298a set of connector beams (216), wherein each of the set of connector beams (216) is pivotally connected to a distal end (211) of a shackle plate assembly from the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) through a first end (213) and to the axle frame (202) though a second end (215) oppositely disposed to the first end (213); anda control unit configured to:identify an input associated with movement of the axle (110); and actuate the motor (204) to move the axle (110) to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input.
9. The vehicle as claimed in claim 8, wherein each of the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) comprise:a first shackle plate (214) pivoted on the integrated shaft (208), wherein the first shackle plate (214) is configured to pivot in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft (208); and a second shackle plate (212) pivoted on the first shackle plate (214) and one of the set of connector beams (216), wherein the second shackle plate (212) is configured to pivotally move one of the connector beams (216) in response to pivotal movement of the first shackle plate (214).
10. A method for lifting an axle, the method comprising:identifying, by a control unit, an input associated with movement of an axle (110); actuating, by the control unit, a motor (204) to move the axle (110) to a desired position from a set of positions based on the input, wherein actuation of the motor (204) comprises:rotating an output shaft (206) of the motor (204), wherein the output shaft (206) is mechanically coupled to the motor (204);rotating an integrated shaft (208) in response to rotary motion of the output shaft (206), wherein the integrated shaft (208) is mechanically coupled to the output shaft (206); andmoving a set of shackle plate assemblies (210) in response to rotary motion of the integrated shaft (208), wherein the set of shackle plate assemblies (210) is pivotally coupled to the integrated shaft (208); andmoving a set of connector beams (216) in response to movement of the set of shackle plate assemblies (210), wherein movement of the set of connector beams (216) results in movement of the axle (110) to the desired position.Docket No: IIP-TAMO-P029811. The method as claimed in claim 10, wherein the method comprises rendering, by the control unit via a dashboard screen, a visual status corresponding to the desired position of the axle (HO).