Clutch device
US12222011B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2023 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2023/123
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clutch device includes an inner ring; an outer ring; a ratchet engagement mechanism; and a switching mechanism. When an engaging member is provided on an inner peripheral portion of the outer ring, a cam member includes a cam inner ring portion provided to rotate together with the inner ring, a cam outer ring portion disposed outside the cam inner ring portion, and a plurality of rolling elements disposed between the cam inner ring portion and the cam outer ring portion. When the engaging member is provided on an outer peripheral portion of the inner ring, the cam member includes a cam outer ring portion provided to rotate together with the outer ring, a cam inner ring portion disposed inside the cam outer ring portion, and a plurality of rolling elements disposed between the cam inner ring portion and the cam outer ring portion.
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