Friction controlled damper for a torque transmission device
US9133885B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K17/28
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flange forming an input for the device and including a damper stop tab extending radially outward; a plate including first and second curved slots; and a curved friction assembly including a first end disposed in the first curved slot, a second end disposed in the second curved slot, at least one curved engagement plate including an engagement tab extending radially inward, at least one curved friction plate rotationally fixed to the plate, and a resilient element urging the at least one curved engagement plate and the at least one curved friction plate into contact. The device includes at least one elastic element engaged with the flange.
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