Belt tension measuring system and method
US10962428B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01L5/047
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of checking belt tension of a belt extending between two or more pulleys includes providing a reference indicator defining a reference position relative to the upper surface of the belt in an undeflected state. A force/probe assembly is provided and has measurement markings. The distal end of the force/probe assembly is positioned on the upper surface of the belt at a midpoint of the span. A force is applied generally perpendicular to the upper surface of the belt using the force/probe assembly. The belt may be deflected a predetermined distance, as determined by using the measurement markings, and the force applied is measured, or a force is applied to the belt until the force is equal to a predetermined force, and the deflection of the belt is measured using the measurement markings. The belt tension is determined based on the force and distance during the deflecting step.
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