Automotive clutches

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1994-09-26

1996-03-19

Lorence, Richard M.

192 clutches and power-stop control

Clutches

Axially engaging

192 8923, 192 8924, 192110B, F16B 1350, F16B 1371

Patent

active

054997046

ABSTRACT:
There is disclosed an improved automotive clutch in which the clutch diaphragm is supported by a subassembly of a plurality of circumferentially spaced-apart spherical balls which includes a center locator to orient the subassembly on the center line of the clutch. In some applications the subassembly of balls and retainer ring can also be provided as the fulcrum support for the diaphragm. In the pull-off type of clutch, the base of the diaphragm is supported by a subassembly of balls and retainer ring which is carried on the undersurface of the clutch housing cover, and an additional subassembly of balls and retainer ring can be provided on the upper surface of the pressure plate. The subassembly of the balls and retainer ring greatly facilitates, and enhances the precision of an installation in an automotive clutch.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3216543 (1965-11-01), Schroter
patent: 5375688 (1994-12-01), Hays

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