Actuator position sensor mechanism
US11085513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C13/30
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The system of the present disclosure provides two or more sensors located on two parallel transmission or kinematic paths having different ratios with respect to the actuator position. Each sensor provides a different position measurement output and the difference between the sensor outputs provides a reduced indication of the position of the actuator/moved component. Integrating sensors in the reduction path avoids the need for the reduction gear mechanism.
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