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Tensioner

US10968988B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 24, 2017
Grant dateApr 6, 2021
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Expiry dateMar 3, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2007/0893
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tensioner comprising a base having a cylindrical portion extending axially, the cylindrical portion comprising a radially outer surface and a receiving portion that is radially inward of the radially outer surface, an eccentric arm pivotally engaged with the radially outer surface, a torsion spring disposed within the radially inward receiving portion, the torsion spring applying a biasing force to the eccentric arm, and a pulley journalled to the eccentric arm.

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