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Conical clutch member having recessed areas for use in a limited slip differential

US6076644A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 1998
Grant dateJun 20, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H48/08
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A limited slip differential having at least one cone clutch element for frictionally engaging an interior surface of the rotatable differential casing. The cone clutch element has a plurality of clutch engagement surfaces which are disposed about the outside surface of the cone clutch element. Recessed areas are interposed between the clutch engagement surfaces.

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