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Segmented wedge clutch with stepped retaining spring

US10337564B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2016
Grant dateJul 2, 2019
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Expiry dateOct 4, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D27/10
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A clutch includes a pair of concentric races rotatable about an axis and a disk radially disposed between the races. The disk has edges each engageable with one of the races and has opposing first and second opposing faces extending between the edges. An annular resilient member has a first segment adjacent to the first face and a second segment adjacent to the second face.

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