Wheel isolator coupling
US7651173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K2201/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wheel isolator coupling comprising a sprocket for engaging a drive member, the sprocket fixedly connected to a first adaptor, the sprocket rotationally engaged with a shaft through a first bearing, a wheel portion fixedly connected to a second adaptor, the wheel portion rotationally engaged with the shaft through a second bearing, the first adaptor having at least one receiving portion, at least one compressible member disposed within the receiving portion, the second adaptor having a radially extending member for engaging the compressible member within the receiving portion, and the sprocket imparting no axial force to the first bearing.
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