Variable position anchor assembly for adjusting brake shoes in a drum brake
US8887878B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2125/40
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An anchor assembly is provided that permits adjustment of the brake shoes in a drum brake to account for wear. The assembly includes first and second adjuster shafts each having a plurality of threads and first and second pilot connectors. The pilot connectors each have a plurality of threads in engagement with the threads of a corresponding adjuster shaft. The pilot connectors each engage one end of a corresponding brake shoe. Rotation of each adjuster shaft causes longitudinal movement of a corresponding pilot connector in engagement with a corresponding brake shoe along an axis to adjust a position of the brake shoe.
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