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Overrunning clutch with integral piloting using assembled bearing blocks

US8910764B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2012
Grant dateDec 16, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 16, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2041/0665
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A clutch is provided that includes an inner race and an outer race that moves relative to the inner race. A pedestal is also provided and the position of the pedestal is fixed with respect to at least one of the inner race or the outer race. A bearing block is also included that engages the pedestal. In some versions of the clutch the bearing block may be made out of plastic or bronze.

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