Self-guided chain assemblies

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1995-04-20

1996-12-31

Schoeppel, Roger J.

Endless belt power transmission systems or components

Positive drive belt

Belt formed of rigid links

F16G 1304

Patent

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055889263

ABSTRACT:
A self-guiding chain assembly includes a silent chain with inner and outer links having depending toes. Traditional guide links are replaced by inverted tooth outer links with a crotch of lesser height than the crotch of the inner links. The outer links perform the self-guiding function and act to maintain the chain on the sprockets. The chain has particular application in engine timing systems that utilize phased chains and sprockets.

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