Torque converter

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1980-10-27

1984-05-22

Staab, Lawrence J.

Endless belt power transmission systems or components

Friction drive belt

Including plural interconnected members each having a drive...

F16G 5180, F16G 1302

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044499604

ABSTRACT:
A torque converter comprises an input member and an output member that can be interconnected by a planetary gear arrangement. A planet carrier of the planetary gear arrangement can be driven by the input member and a sun wheel of the planetary gear arrangement can also be driven by the input member, but through an infinitely variable change-speed mechanism which includes an adjustable pulley chain-drive mechanism using a chain. A preferred construction for the chain includes links pivoted to one another by members that bear on one another with convex surfaces. The end faces of the link members are enlarged and substantially flat to engage the flanges of the adjustable pulley.

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