Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element
Patent
1997-08-21
1999-08-10
Herrmann, Allan D.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element
74 96, 74105, 7449004, 4146955, 901 22, 901 28, B25J 1700, B25J 1800
Patent
active
059341475
ABSTRACT:
A linkage arrangement supports an implement such that the implement is movable relative to a support member which is also movable relative to a structure. Movement of the implement and support member is limited by mechanical and/or mechanically operated limits. The linkage mechanism enables an increase in the ability to move and orientate the implement within a limit envelope. In a preferred form, a first linkage arm is pivotably mounted to a prime mover. At a distal end of the first linkage arm an orientation member is pivotably attached, the orientation member pivotably attached to a first limit actuating arm. The rotation of the first linkage arm causes rotation of the orientation member. The orientation member provides a base for the attachment of a further arm or implement. The first arm or implement is prevented from contacting the prime mover by the limits provided by the orientation member.
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Herrmann Allan D.
Telepoint New Zealand Limited
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