Drive chain
US6105356A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16G13/06
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive chain has a plurality of links (1) each comprising a pair of opposed cranked link plates (2). Each link plate (2) has two connection apertures (7) and is connected to an adjacent link plate (2) by a pin (6) passing through overlapping connection apertures. An aperture (7) at one end of each link plate is fitted with a sleeve (11) in which said pin (6) is releasably engaged by means of a key connection. The sleeve (11) is connected to said link plate (2) by means of an interference fit with the respective connection aperture (7).
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