192 clutches and power-stop control – Clutches – Automatic
Patent
1998-07-10
1999-09-21
Lorence, Richard M.
192 clutches and power-stop control
Clutches
Automatic
192 71, 192103B, F16D 41069
Patent
active
059541741
ABSTRACT:
A ratchet one-way clutch assembly is disclosed. The assembly has an inner race with a plurality of notches, an outer race with a plurality of pockets, and a plurality of pawl members positioned in the pockets for engagement with the notches. The pawl members have a pivot ridge which mates with a peak or recess in the pockets in the outer race to precisely position the pawl in the pocket. The pawl center of the mass is selectively positioned such that the pawl can have a tendency to become engaged or disengaged with the notches in the inner race. In an alternate embodiment, a spring member is utilized to provide a tilting force on the pawl members toward engagement. Garter springs, coil springs, ribbon springs, or the like can be used for this purpose. Axial retainment members, such as washers, can also be used with the present invention. One or more of the retainment (retainer) members further can have axially extending flanges for improved radial bearing capability.
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Borg-Warner Automotive Inc.
Dziegielewski Greg
Lorence Richard M.
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