Shaft drive coupling
US7014387B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 13, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7058
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A single piece coupling device for connecting a load component to a rotatable shaft. The device comprises a sleeve having a bore for containing a rotatable shaft, an externally threaded portion and a tapered engagement face on the outer surface of the sleeve. Radial compression relief associated with the tapered engagement face is provided such that when the device is fitted on a shaft, and as the threaded portion engages with a corresponding threaded region on the load component, the tapered engagement face engages the load component and the compression relief enables the sleeve to be radially compressed to grip the shaft.
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