Continuous variable clutch
US8496551B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T408/03
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A continuous variable clutch is provided. The continuous variable clutch includes a first sheave member and a second sheave member. The first sheave member includes a first central hub and a first conical-faced surface extending radially from the first central hub. The second sheave member includes a second central hub and a second conical-faced surface that extends radially from the second central hub. The second central hub of the second sheave member is received in a cavity of the first central hub such that the first conical-faced surface of the first sheave member facing the second conical-faced surface of the second sheave portion. The second central hub moving axially within the first central hub based on an amount of torque on the continuous variable clutch. The first sheave member and the second sheave member further forming a central passage to receive an input shaft of a transmission.
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