Double Cardan centering mechanism

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2006-10-31

2006-10-31

Thompson, Kenneth (Department: 3672)

Rotary shafts, gudgeons, housings, and flexible couplings for ro

Coupling accommodates drive between members having...

Coupling transmits torque via radially directed pin

C464S905000

Reexamination Certificate

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07128653

ABSTRACT:
A centering device for a double Cardan universal joint is comprised of a disc-shaped body having a first and second annular face and an annular rim extending about a central axis. A first hollowed protrusion is centrally located on the first annular face, and a second hollowed protrusion is centrally located on the second annular face. A plurality of bearings are built into the disc-shaped body, extending circumferentially about the central axis. The bearings may be contained within two races, with one race located on each annular face, or the bearings may be contained within holes or slots built into the disc-shaped body.

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SAE Universal Joint And Driveshaft Design Manual (AE-7), Sections 3.2.2-3.2.4, pp. 103-125, dated 1991.

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