Wood chipper with novel braking mechanism
US11570955B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2121/22
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wood chipper includes an engine and a chipper structure (e.g., a chipper disc or a chipper drum). A drive assembly is disposed between the engine and the chipper structure. The drive assembly comprises at least one pulley. The at least one pulley defines a cylindrical recess therein. A drum brake assembly is configured to engage the cylindrical recess of the at least one pulley.
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