Starter and engaging device thereof
US9683534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/134
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An engaging device and a starter comprising the engaging device, the starter comprises an electric motor, a speed reducer connected with the electric motor, an overrunning clutch comprising a driving piece connected with the speed reducer and a driven piece, and an engaging device with a main shaft connected with the driven piece of the overrunning clutch. A quick engagement may be achieved and a certain initial engagement depth is guaranteed. During the engaging process, the pinion may mesh into a ring gear in its own initiative, reducing the effect of teeth milling phenomenon on the ring gear to a maximum extent.
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