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Release mechanism for pull-type clutch

US5183141A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 22, 1992
Grant dateFeb 2, 1993
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Expiry dateJan 22, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S192/01
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A release mechanism for a pull-type clutch which is disengaged by pulling an inner peripheral part of a diaphragm spring (6) to an axial backside of the clutch. A release bearing assembly (10) is connected to the inner peripheral part of the diaphragm spring (6). A cylinder assembly (11) is mounted to a housing (12) of the clutch at an axial backside of the release bearing assembly (10). The release bearing assembly (10) is connected to the cylinder assembly (11) through means of a connecting ring (60) and a stopper (70).

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