Electronically activated clutch
US8708121B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | May 20, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2500/7041
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention employs an electronic control device which monitors and controls the extent of engagement of a friction clutch on a motor vehicle. The control device includes a variable controller which enables the operator of the motor vehicle to pre-select the extent or degree of engagement of the friction clutch. A switch enables the operator to activate the present invention and bypass the clutch lever which would normally be used to operate the friction clutch. A gauge indicates the degree of engagement of the friction clutch and a second switch enables the operator to disconnect the electronic control from operation of the clutch.
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