Three degree of freedom universal joint
US8333526B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 17, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32606
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A 3DOF universal joint includes a first connecting base, a second connecting base, a two-way hinged member, and a third connecting base. The first connecting base and the second connecting base are rotatably mounted together via the two-way hinged member along a first axis and a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis. The third connecting base is rotatably assembled to the second connecting base along a third axis substantially perpendicular to the first and second axes.
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