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Torsion counteracting pivots

US4163538A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 31, 1978
Grant dateAug 7, 1979
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Expiry dateMay 31, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16M2200/065
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention comprises a hinged joint mainly for use on beam mounted rotatable platforms for counteraction of torsional twist in the beam so that the c. of g. of an article mounted on the platform traverses a horizontal path when the platform is rotated about its pivot point on the beam.

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