Speed converter with zero backlash
US5514045A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 1993 |
| Grant date | May 7, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/1836
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Method and apparatus for reducing backlash in a speed converter using balls to interact between input and output cams. Preferred embodiment features two-point contact of balls by drive input and driven output cam tracks under axial preload.
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