Gimbal system with dual-wiper gasket for a rotary seal
US10612664B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 29, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03B15/006
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
System including a rotary seal created by a dual-wiper gasket. In exemplary embodiments, the system may comprise a mounting portion and a gimbal assembly. The gimbal assembly may include a first gimbal pivotably connected to and supported by the mounting portion for rotation of the first gimbal about a first axis, and a second gimbal pivotably connected to and supported by the first gimbal for rotation of the second gimbal about a second axis transverse to the first axis. The system also may comprise a gasket encircling the first axis and creating a rotary seal between the mounting portion and the first gimbal. The gasket may have an inner wiper encircled by an outer wiper, with both wipers disposed in circumferentially sealed engagement with the mounting portion or the first gimbal.
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