Patent · US Expired

Hydrostatic transmission

US6122996A · kind A · utility

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15Claims
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Filing dateNov 20, 1998
Grant dateSep 26, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2188
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hydrostatic transmission design including externally mounted protrusions or devices for creating a durable, visible coding system. A clip means is also disclosed for securing to the ends of the axle horns to protect the casing from contact with vehicle wheels. The transmission also includes a friction pack for improved control of the transmission, having a control arm which is not secured directly to the external housing of the transmission.

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