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Coupling assembly

US6997297B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 2004
Grant dateFeb 14, 2006
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16C2361/45
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A roller thrust bearing assembly is effective to transmit force along a path extending between two members. The roller thrust bearing assembly includes a circular disc with an annular array of spaced apart slots. Each of the slots has a longitudinal central axis which is skewed at the same angle relative to disc radii. A plurality of roller bearings are disposed in each of the slots.

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