Transmission
US4044620A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 1975 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 1995 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D25/042
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A variable speed ratio transmission wherein conventional pneumatic tires caused to orbit around an annular track to transmit motive forces from the input mechanism to the output mechanism. The tire planes are adjustable relative to the track plane to provide varying roll-skid engagement relationships, and different speed ratios.
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