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Engine and transaxle module

US5218814A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 1991
Grant dateJun 15, 1993
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S56/22
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A horizontally extending plate-like member having a power source, transaxle and belt arrangement coupled thereto. The member mounts the power source, transaxle, and belt arrangement to a vehicle frame, and establishes a lever arm between first and second coupling means for transferring relatively small concentrated loads to the vehicle frame. The power source, transaxle, belt arrangement and member can be removed from the vehicle frame for service as a single unit or module.

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