Swivel joint
US4068961A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 23, 1976 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32591
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A swivel joint is designed to provide limited and controlled movement in two orthogonal planes running through its symmetrical center. The three major parts of the swivel joint are molded from a material composition of polycarbon-glass-teflon. A swivel top mounts to the object to be provided with controlled movement. A swivel bottom mounts to a support. The swivel top and bottom are held together by a large, curved wafer and a nut and bolt arrangement. The swivel top and bottom interact with each other to provide controlled limited movement in the two orthogonal planes, simultaneously.
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