Electromagnetic coil system and methods
US10535458B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2500/70418
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for operating an electromagnetic coil assembly. As one example, a method comprises responsive to energization of an electromagnetic coil of an electromagnetic coil assembly, translating the electromagnetic coil along a central axis of the electromagnetic coil assembly toward a magnetic armature while maintaining the armature fixed along the central axis. The electromagnetic coil assembly may be utilized within various clutching, braking, or lever applications.
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