Method and assembly for controlling a centrifugal clutch
US7232021B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D43/08
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A centrifugal clutch assembly includes a sleeve movable to selectively engage the clutch assembly independent of rotational speed. The clutch assembly includes centrifugal weights that move radially responsive to rotation of the clutch assembly. The centrifugal weights move pressure plates between clamped and open positions in response to a desired rotational speed. The sleeve is movable to selectively engage the pressure plate independent of rotational speed of the clutch assembly.
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