Actuator device for a marine propulsion transmission
US7291048B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H23/30
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An actuator of a marine propulsion transmission is attached to a movable clutch member through the use of a coupler which comprises a generally spherical member formed as a portion of the actuator and a chuck device formed as part of the clutch member. The generally spherical member, or alternatively shaped component, is received by the chuck device and retained therein. The components are configured to allow relative rotation between the actuator and the clutch member while causing them to move axially in synchrony with each other.
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