Articulation joint for a machine
US11473266B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 28, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2350/26
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An articulation joint for a machine includes a first frame portion, a second frame portion, a hinge pin, a bearing member, a bushing member, and a washer assembly. The washer assembly includes a thrush washer and a housing. The thrust washer includes a plurality of washer segments. Each of the plurality of washer segments is adapted to be disposed co-planar and adjacent with respect to one another. The plurality of washer segments defines a central space adapted to receive the hinge pin therethrough. The housing includes a plurality of housing segments. Each of the plurality of housing segments is adapted to be disposed co-planar and adjacent with respect to one another. The plurality of housing segments defines an internal space adapted to enclose each of the washer segments therein.
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