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Robot arm joint

US11161258B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 21, 2017
Grant dateNov 2, 2021
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S901/46
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mechanical joint configured for providing dissipation of heat generated is provided. The mechanical joint includes a housing containing a motor assembly configured to drive a gear assembly for driving the mechanical joint, the motor assembly configured to be controlled by a control assembly for controlling rotation of a rotor of the motor assembly; wherein a brake disk of the control assembly is configured to increase air flow within the housing. A robot and a robotic system are also disclosed.

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