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Multi-functional apparatus employing an intermittent motion mechanism

US6018223A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 11, 1999
Grant dateJan 25, 2000
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Expiry dateFeb 11, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T292/243
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A multi-functional apparatus employs an intermittent motion mechanism. An electromagnetic device selectively causes movement of the intermittent motion mechanism thereby moving a mechanical device coupled thereto. In another aspect of the present invention, a single electric motor selectively actuates two or three intermittent rotary motion mechanisms thereby causing separate mechanical devices coupled thereto to operate within an automotive vehicle.

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