Torsional vibration drive
US5063321A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 1990 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01C19/70
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A torsional vibration drive for a laser gyro comprises a hub, spokes and an outer rim, with piezoceramics arranged on the spokes. Bending elements provided at the junction of the spokes and rim ensure high flexibility for rotations of the rim around the axis of rotation of the drive.
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