Tensioning control for flexible cable
US4614130A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 1984 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 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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