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Tensioning control for flexible cable

US4614130A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 11, 1984
Grant dateSep 30, 1986
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Expiry dateDec 11, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2063
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An over center tensioning and locking control for a cable actuated mechanism includes a control bracket on which an actuating lever is pivotally mounted. The cable to be controlled is connected to said actuating lever and rides on an arcuate cam surface thereon. A spring linkage pivotally connected at one end to the bracket and at the other end to the actuating lever passes over center to lock the actuating lever in a cable tensioning position.

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