Actuator having universal-type joint assembly

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1975-12-15

1977-05-17

Gerin, Leonard H.

Machine element or mechanism

Gearing

Directly cooperating gears

64 7, 64 8, 744248R, 251274, F16H 118, F16D 302, F16D 316, F16K 3144

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active

040234320

ABSTRACT:
The present invention pertains to an actuator having a unique universal-type joint assembly incorporated therein. The actuator comprises a stationary member and a movable member mounted for movement with respect to the stationary member. The actuator further comprises a first drive means, such as a drive screw, and linkage means connects the first drive means to the stationary member and provides universal-type movement. The linkage means includes a substantially non-torque-absorbing thrust transmitting element. A second drive means, such as a drive nut, is threadedly connected to the drive screw for reciprocation therealong and is also connected to the movable member of the actuator.

REFERENCES:
patent: 2460648 (1949-02-01), Millar
patent: 2908182 (1959-10-01), Bacchi
patent: 2909079 (1959-10-01), Fawkes
patent: 2930252 (1960-03-01), Sears et al.
patent: 3043160 (1962-07-01), Killian
patent: 3176805 (1965-04-01), Gandy
patent: 3678706 (1972-07-01), Shirley et al.

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