Inner bearing split axle assembly
US7254896B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01B35/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A split axle assembly for obtaining gage measurements of a track including a first wheel with a first split axle, a second wheel with a second split axle, a first bearing for rotatably receiving the first split axle, and a second bearing for rotatably receiving the second split axle, the first bearing and the second bearing being positioned inboard between the first wheel and the second wheel. In one embodiment, a sliding barrel device is provided. In another embodiment, the first bearing is received in a first bearing body and the second bearing is received in a second bearing body so that they are axially movable relative to one another. At least one linear guide is provided to allow axial movement of the first bearing body and the second bearing body relative to one another.
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