Torque arm assembly for a backstopping clutch

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2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Le, David D (Department: 3655)

192 clutches and power-stop control

Transmission and brake

Torque-responsive brake

C192S03000R

Reexamination Certificate

active

07987960

ABSTRACT:
Various torque arm assemblies for a backstopping clutch are provided that enable load sharing among multiple torque arm assemblies, controlled release of load on the torque arm assembly and/or load sensing. The torque arm assembly includes a head member that is connected to an outer race of a backstopping clutch and defines a pair of attachment points. One end of an arm member is pivotally connected to one attachment point of the head member while the other end of the arm member is connected to a stationary structure. A strut extends between the other attachment point of the head member and the arm member. Upon backstopping action in one embodiment, the head member rotates slightly against the force of the strut allowing other torque arm assemblies to receive a portion of the system load. The position of the strut may be adjustable to allow controlled release of the load tension.

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