Self-synchronizing clutch

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1976-08-12

1977-10-11

Herrmann, Allan D.

192 clutches and power-stop control

Clutches

Axially engaging

192109D, F16D 2310

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040530388

ABSTRACT:
A self-synchronizing clutch has two sets of helical splines. A first set is between the main input shaft and a carrier member. The second set is between the carrier member and a coupling member. The second set of splines performs the indexing function. A one-way or over-running clutch is included as a sensing means but does not perform the indexing function. The over-running clutch or sensing means provides the small torque needed to shift angularly the carrier and coupling members on their respective helical splines. Constraining means, activated by the sensing means, is provided for the carrier member. Spring-loaded biasing means are provided for the carrier member in those installations where the input shaft occupies, or may occupy, a tilted or inclined position. A clutch lock-in and/or clutch lock-out means are also provided.

REFERENCES:
patent: 2972397 (1961-02-01), Sinclair
patent: 3008560 (1961-11-01), Short
patent: 3189148 (1965-06-01), Sinclair et al.
patent: 3203526 (1965-08-01), Clements
patent: 3333663 (1967-08-01), Clements
patent: 3402794 (1968-09-01), Sinclair et al.

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