Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Variable output force
Reexamination Certificate
2003-05-22
2008-09-30
Joyce, William C (Department: 3682)
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Variable output force
C248S123110, C248S572000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07428855
ABSTRACT:
A system for counterbalancing the gravitation moment on a link when the link is supported at a point. A first spring mechanism balances the link about all axes that pass through the support point. The link can be balanced throughout a large range of motion.
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