Gearless in-line torque limited device
US11203102B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 5, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/031
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device having a gearless clutch assembly with a first clutch element affixed to the cylindrical body, a second clutch element engaged with a shaft for rotation together with the shaft, one or more bearing elements disposed between the first clutch element and the second clutch element, and a compressive element configured to apply force across the clutch elements. The first clutch element and second clutch element exert compressive force, shearing force, or both on the one or more bearing elements to provide clutch functionality at predetermined torque limits.
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