Coupler
US7334956B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32286
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupler for to which a shaft is attachable is provided. includes a base. The base is formed with an upper side and an lower side. The lower side is substantially a flat planar surface. Means are provided for mounting the base on a curved surface. A preferred means is one or more ball washer assemblies. In addition, the present invention includes a tub that is adjustably connectable to the base. A plug is provided that is repositionably attachable to the tub. In addition, a neck is provided. The neck is insertable into the plug. The neck also is formed to support a shaft. The invention includes a clevis mechanism that is slidably and demountably engageable with both the plug and the neck.
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