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Self-centering flexible coupling

US11525483B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2018
Grant dateDec 13, 2022
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/7032
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A coupling for allowing torque transmission between a first and second shaft, the coupling comprising: a cup-shaped portion provided at a first end of said first shaft and a first end of said second shaft being positioned within said cup-shaped portion; and said coupling further comprising a biasing means positioned between said first and second shafts, such that said biasing means is in contact with both of said first and second shafts. A shaft system can include the first coupling in combination with a third shaft and a second coupling that is provided between the third shaft and either a second end of said first shaft or a second end of said second shaft. The second coupling is identical to the first coupling.

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