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Adjustable magnetic counterbalance

US11915863B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2020
Grant dateFeb 27, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02N15/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A passive magnetic constant-force apparatus comprises a geometry and arrangement of permanent magnets, ferromagnetic components, and non-magnetic structural components. The apparatus is easily and precisely adjustable, cost-effective, with a high load capacity, and with minimal parasitic forces. The apparatus is suitable for use as a counterbalance for vertical linear motion applications and may be integrated with or attached to a linear motion stage.

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