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Drive device

US8534060B1 · kind B1 · utility

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14Claims
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Filing dateJul 31, 2009
Grant dateSep 17, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 18, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2045/005
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A drive device comprising improved components is described. The drive device may be of various known types that require the use of a steering clutch, axle support housings, and a vent that may either seal an internal sump or open the sump to an external atmosphere. The drive device is shown with a walk-behind vehicle that may include a snow thrower or blower.

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