Measuring and testing – Dynamometers – Responsive to torque
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-06
2006-06-06
Noori, Max (Department: 2855)
Measuring and testing
Dynamometers
Responsive to torque
Reexamination Certificate
active
07055398
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for measuring an operating front end accessory belt tension using a hubload transducer and a torque transducer. The hubload transducer comprises concentric rings with a strainable member disposed in a coplanar fashion between an inner and outer ring. The hubload transducer is used with a non-torque transmitting idler pulley. The torque transducer comprises a strainable cylindrical member connected to a belt bearing surface and a rotating shaft. The torque transducer will transmit a torque to a driven accessory. It is used on accessories such as an air conditioner compressor or power steering pump. Signals from the hubload transducer and torque transducer as used to calculate a drive efficiency as well as belt span tensions between the driver and driven accessories.
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Ali Imtiaz
Musyj Joel Patrick
Yuan Jing
Castleman, Esq. C. H.
Mahurin, Esq. J. L.
Noori Max
The Gates Corporation
Thurnau, Esq. J. A.
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