Track tensioning device for tracked automotive vehicles
US6315374A · kind A · utility
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6References
10Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/30
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a sprung track tensioning device (10) for tracked vehicles, intended to be mounted at the rear on a support (16) of a track set of the vehicle. The device comprises an elongate pendulum arm (12), one end portion (14) of which is designed to be fastened pivotably to the support (16) via a first torsion spring (18). The pendulum arm (12) bears a second torsion spring (36) which can be connected to the support (16) via a link arm system (38).
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