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Diaphragm spring clutch

US5129499A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1991
Grant dateJul 14, 1992
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2013/706
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An industrial clutch has a diaphragm spring (40) which over-centers between full engagement and full disengagement. The clutch cover (12) has an abutment (64) which abuts the diaphragm spring (40) when the clutch is disengaged to prevent vibration of the diaphragm spring.

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