Linear actuator assemblies and methods of making the same
US8531790B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 23, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/42
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A linear actuator assembly is provided, the assembly including a linear actuator, an elongated guide spaced in parallel alignment with the linear actuator and a movable carriage disposed therebetween. The carriage includes a first notch to receive a rod of the linear actuator and a second notch to receive the guide. The carriage remains in direct and continuous contact with the linear actuator and the guide at the first notch and second notch, respectively, when the carriage moves linearly back and forth along a travel axis.
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