Endless drive system
US4093318A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 12, 1976 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An endless drive system suitable for use as an endless belt, an endless chain drive or an endless track vehicle drive system. The endless drive system includes endless drive sections, with sloped sides to shed dirt or other foreign objects, and fasten pivotably connecting the endless drive sections. In preferred embodiments, shields are provided to prevent entry of dirt or other foreign objects. As an endless track vehicle drive system, the invention provides improved operation on soft surfaces and increased strength.
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