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Transmission band assembly

US5680921A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 7, 1996
Grant dateOct 28, 1997
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2069/002
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A transmission band assembly (10) having a circular band (12) and a friction material liner (26). The liner (26) varies in density at predetermined locations along its length to modify the torque curve of the transmission to provide smooth shifting.

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