Dynamic rotary locking member
US11839576B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 10, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D27/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A selectively locking rotational bearing element includes at least one bearing element supporting an outer race for rotational movement and a plurality of locking elements disposed circumferentially about an inner surface of the outer race. An actuator selectively moves the plurality of locking elements into engagement with the outer race to restrict rotational movement of the outer race and selectively move the plurality of locking elements away from engagement with the outer race such that the outer race is free to rotate relative to the locking elements.
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