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Variable ratio drive system

US6332852A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 30, 2000
Grant dateDec 25, 2001
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62M9/08
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A variable ratio drive system including at least one variable diameter sprocket is described herein. The variable diameter sprocket includes a support and at least three radially movable sprocket portions mounted to the support. A diameter changing mechanism is provided to selectively move the sprocket portions.

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