System and method for tensioning a traction band and traction assembly therewith
US8814281B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 22, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and a method for controllably tensioning a traction band mounted to a traction assembly, and a traction assembly comprising such a system, are disclosed. The system is typically mounted at the front or at the rear of the support frame of the traction assembly such as to support one or more idler wheels. The tensioning system generally comprises a clamping ring assembly having received therein a rotatable cylindrical member. The cylindrical member supports an axle which is eccentrically located with respect to the center axis of the cylindrical member, and which pivotally supports one or more idler wheels. By rotating the cylindrical member within the clamping ring assembly using a torquing tool, the tension of the traction band about the wheels (i.e. drive wheel, idler wheels, and support wheels) of the traction assembly can be controllably adjusted.
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