Power transmission device with friction clutch and power-operated clutch actuator
US7686149B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 1, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2023/123
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque transfer mechanism is provided for controlling the magnitude of a clutch engagement force exerted on a multi-plate clutch assembly that is operably disposed between a first rotary and a second rotary member. The torque transfer mechanism includes a power-operated face gear clutch actuator for generating and applying a clutch engagement force on the clutch assembly.
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