Positive gear engagement mechanism
US5255644A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 1992 |
| Grant date | Oct 26, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 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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