Torque transfer apparatus
US4467603A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 8, 1981 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H43/00
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque transfer apparatus includes one or more externally powered energy pumps having a plurality of piston and follower arrangements. The pistons are attached to crankshafts, while the associated followers are controlled by a timing chain driven camshaft. The energy pumps are provided with belt drives to power one or more oil pumps, and the oil pumps provide pressurized oil between the followers and pistons so as to improve power transfer efficiency. Additionally, return lines are provided which permit the pressurized oil to be returned to the oil pump during a return stroke of the associated pistons.
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