Torque tube coupler
US12305714B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2024 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24S2030/15
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A torque tube coupler may include a sleeve. The sleeve may include an outer surface, a first opening, and a second opening. The outer surface may be configured to physically engage with portions of internal surfaces of a first torque tube segment and a second torque tube segment. The first opening may be configured to be positioned proximate a first countersunk opening of the first torque tube segment. The second opening may be configured to be positioned proximate a second countersunk opening of the second torque tube segment. The first opening and the second opening may be configured to receive fasteners via the first countersunk opening and the second countersunk opening to couple the first torque tube segment and the second torque tube segment to the sleeve to form a torque tube comprising a flush external surface.
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