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Wheel isolator coupling

US7651173B2 · kind B2 · utility

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5Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 3, 2007
Grant dateJan 26, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 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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