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Split spool type flexible coupling

US6508714B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 26, 2000
Grant dateJan 21, 2003
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D3/74
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A coupling between a drive and a driven shaft includes a rigid tube to which are attached in axially spaced apart relation at least two flexible rings of elastomeric material; the outer periphery of each ring is attached to a flange of a connecting hub with each hub mounted or connected to one the shafts; in one form the tube is split axially and is adjustably attachable to the periphery of the rings.

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