Remote controlled hub clutch
US4293061A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 11, 1979 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D25/082
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A remotely controlled hub clutch assembly includes an axle member and a wheel hub member rotatably mounted on a vehicle housing member. A pair of relatively movable coupling portions provide an engageable and disengageable driving connection between the axle member and the wheel hub member. A mechanical or hydraulic actuation device connected to one of the coupling members moves the coupling members into coupling engagement in response to operator actuation of a control device located in the vehicle operator's compartment. Interconnecting structure operatively connects the actuation device to the control device. The interconnecting structure extends through the end of the axle, wheel hub or housing member near which that member is mounted and remote from the outboard end of the hub assembly. The hub clutch can be engaged or disengaged while the vehicle is at rest.
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