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Isometric lifting device

US4972711A · kind A · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 26, 1988
Grant dateNov 27, 1990
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2008

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S482/90
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device for measuring linear force which is converted to rotational force or torque. Initially, force is applied in a linear direction to a means for transmitting that force to a rotatable shaft where it is converted to rotational force which can be measured by a strain gauge. The device is mounted on a vertically adjustable column attached to a moveable base.

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