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Track system for traction of a vehicle

US10392060B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 6, 2017
Grant dateAug 27, 2019
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 10, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62M2027/027
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A track system for traction of a vehicle (e.g., a snowmobile, an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) etc.). The track system comprises a track and a track-engaging assembly for driving and guiding the track around the track-engaging assembly. The track system may have various features to enhance its traction, floatation, and/or other aspects of its performance, including, for example, a lightweight design, enhanced tractive effects, an enhanced heat management capability, an enhanced resistance to lateral skidding (e.g., on a side hill), an adaptive capability to adapt itself to different conditions (e.g., ground conditions, such as different types of snow, soil, etc.; and/or other conditions), an adjustability of a contact area of its track with the ground, and/or other features.

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