Device for monitoring abnormality in a chain
US7140486B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2007/0861
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A chain monitoring device is provided with a base, guiding posts fixed to the base, a member movable along the guiding posts, a chain sprocket rotatable with a chain with its teeth being engaged into the chain, springs for resiliently urging the member for the engagement of the teeth into the chain, and a sensor detecting a change in position of the member. The chain sprocket is rotatably mounted to the member.
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