Low inertia friction clutch, especially for an automotive vehicle
US5137133A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 21, 1991 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2013/642
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates to a friction clutch member of the kind having two friction pads which are fixed on annular support members which lie facing each other in the axial direction. A resilient progressive engagement member is interposed between the two friction pads, and includes a plurality of projecting bosses of resilient material, each boss being hollow in the middle and delimited at least over a major part of its periphery by a band of resilient material. The invention is especially applicable to automotive vehicles.
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