Patent · US Expired

Positive gear engagement mechanism

US5255644A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 1992
Grant dateOct 26, 1993
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Expiry dateJun 2, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/137
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An engine starter having an internal liner which carries forward the motor and gear reducing assembly in unison to engage the engine simultaneously providing a limited power rotation to the pinion and subsequently full power to the engine starter once engaged at movement of the liner performs the valving function to permit the so-called "soft" starter engagement.

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