Pendulum-absorber brake
US9068617B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 16, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2184
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A crankshaft comprising a cheek, a torsion-absorbing pendulum pivotally coupled to the cheek, and a rotational speed actuated brake to oppose motion of the pendulum relative to the cheek. The brake is configured to provide greater opposition to the motion at lower rotational speeds than at higher rotational speeds.
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