Shift mechanism of outboard motor, and mount structure of shift mechanism
US12366292B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2061/326
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A shift mechanism of an outboard motor has an electric actuator having a movable rod, and a guide structure for guiding a linear motion of a sliding body connected to the movable rod. In addition, the shift mechanism includes a link rod connected to the sliding body and bent to extend in a direction different from the direction of the linear motion of the sliding body. Furthermore, the shift mechanism includes a shift shaft part which is connected to the link rod, performs a rotational motion on the basis of a displacement of the link rod, and switches a range of a transmission mechanism provided below on the basis of the rotational motion.
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