US3776027A
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Probe mounting structure
Assignee: Elliott Turbomachinery Co Inc
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Filing: 1972-07-24
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Granted: 1973-12-04
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Expires: 1992-07-24
Abstract
Abstract A probe support structure fixed to the machine casing includes a base member having an enclosure and a tubular member extending inwardly of the casing toward a rotating member journaled for high speed rotation in the casing. The tubular member has communication with the enclosure and a probe holder is mounted in the inner end of the tubular member for axial movement therein toward and from the rotating member. Mechanism is mounted in the enclosure and is operable to adjust the probe holder axially of the tubular member. The adjusting mechanism includes a resilient member attached to the probe holder and extending lengthwise of the tubular member. The resilient member is normally of linear form but is deflectable to curved form for withdrawal from the enclosure together with the probe holder.
Inventors
- 👤 J Campbell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 04:12
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01H; G01H1/00; G01H1/003
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
177 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe in proximity to a rotating member journaled for high speed rotation in a machine casing comprising a support structure fixedly mounted in said casing and including a tubular portion extending inwardly thereof toward said rotating member, a probe holder mounted in the inner end of said tubular portion for movement axially thereof, a probe fixedly mounted in said probe holder, probe holder adjusting mechanism operable externally of the outer end of said tubular portion for adjusting said probe holder toward and from said rotating member, said adjusting means including a resilient deflectable member extending lengthwise of said tubular portion and having an end connected to said probe holder, the other end of said member being adjustably secured to said support structure for adjustment of said probe holder toward and away from said rotating member, said other end of said resilient deflectable member being also detachably secured to said support structure for removal of said resilient deflectable member and said probe holder outward through said tubular portion from said support structure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
177 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe in proximity to a rotating member journaled for high speed rotation in a machine casing comprising a support structure fixedly mounted in said casing and including a tubular portion extending inwardly thereof toward said rotating member, a probe holder mounted in the inner end of said tubular portion for movement axially thereof, a probe fixedly mounted in said probe holder, probe holder adjusting mechanism operable externally of the outer end of said tubular portion for adjusting said probe holder toward and from said rotating member, said adjusting means including a resilient deflectable member extending lengthwise of said tubular portion and having an end connected to said probe holder, the other end of said member being adjustably secured to said support structure for adjustment of said probe holder toward and away from said rotating member, said other end of said resilient deflectable member being also detachably secured to said support structure for removal of said resilient deflectable member and said probe holder outward through said tubular portion from said support structure.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe as set forth in claim 1 wherein said resilient deflectable member consists of an elongated spring normally of linear form.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe as set forth in claim 1 wherein said adjusting mechanism includes screw means mounted on said support structure.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
71 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe as set forth in claim 1 wherein said support structure includes a base member fixed to the machine casing and provided with an enclosure portion, said tubular portion being fixed to said base member and having communication with the interior of said enclosure portion, guide means mounted in said enclosure portion for guiding said adjusting means in a direction axially of said tubular member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
A structure for mounting a detecting probe as set forth in claim 4 and including a clamp means for clamping said adjusting means in adjusting position.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-12-03 | 1977-06-04 | 1977-12-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-12-03 | 1981-06-04 | 1981-12-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-12-03 | 1985-06-04 | 1985-12-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |