Rigid interference gear mount for enhanced motion quality
US5845175A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/606
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive member for use in a printing machine is provided. The drive member cooperates with a drive shaft to transfer torque therebetween. The drive member further cooperates with a torque transferring component to transfer torque therebetween. The drive member includes a body defining an aperture therein and an axis of rotation thereof. The drive member further includes a torque transferring feature associated with the body for transferring torque between the body and the torque transferring component. The drive member further includes a fit enhancing feature extending from the body toward the aperture for enhancing the fit between the body and the drive shaft.
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