Wedge clutch with retaining ring
US10294999B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 19, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D13/16
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clutch includes a hub and a carrier concentric with the hub. One of the hub and the carrier defines a circular groove and the other of the hub and the carrier defines a tapered surface. A plurality of arcuate segments collectively define a ring that has a first edge disposed on the tapered surface and a second edge disposed in the groove. Each of the segments defines a first locating feature. An annular resilient member is seated on each of the segments and includes second locating features each connecting with one of the first locating features to secure the segments in a desired circumferential position relative to each other.
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