Frictionally held control linkage for engine throttle controls and the like
US4018104A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 17, 1975 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 1995 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32827
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A throttle control linkage adapted for connection to the governor mechanism of an engine preferably comprises a slotted quadrant slidably mounted on a pin attached to a support member. The quadrant is held in a selected position on the support member by a frictional device comprising at least one elastomeric member compressed against a side of the quadrant by spring means, preferably in the form of a pair of back-to-back Belleville washers.
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