Axially actuated locking system for a retractable driveshaft and method for use thereof
US11060562B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 1, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2011/008
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A locking system for use with a retractable driveshaft includes a housing, a rotating locking ring located at least partially to the housing, and a band configured to cooperatively engage the rotatable locking ring. Applying an axial force to the locking ring with the driveshaft causes rotation of the locking ring, thereby locking the driveshaft with the housing. Applying a second axial force to the locking ring with the driveshaft causes further rotation of the locking ring, which allows withdrawal of the driveshaft from the housing.
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