Sustained self-centering clutch release bearing for motor vehicles
US4629049A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 1983 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D23/143
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-centering clutch release bearing for sustained alignment is disclosed comprising an operating member having a transverse flange, an annular bearing plate bearing axially against the flange and cooperating with a throw-out fork, a drive member (e.g. a ball bearing) coacting with clutch release members (e.g. diaphragm spring fingers) mounted for limited radial movement relative to the operating member. Resilient portions alternate with bearing portions on the bearing plate and axial tabs extend from the resilient portions for coupling the drive member to the operating member, the resilient portions biasing the drive member toward a flange on the operating member.
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