Load balancing device
US4388841A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 1980 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2109
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A load balancing device for rotating apparatus such as washing machines and vehicle tires. In one embodiment the present invention consists of an inner conduit defining an interior raceway which contains a high density fluid mass which shifts to oppose load imbalances. Universal mounting brackets are provided attached to the balancing ring to the rotating structure. The attachment brackets are slidable along the ring and adjustable and adapted for securement in various arrangements. In other embodiments the attachment brackets are adapted to accomodate various wheel configurations and bolt spacings for vehicles.
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