US3841498A
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Device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces
Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
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Filing: 1973-07-27
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Granted: 1974-10-15
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Expires: 1993-07-27
Abstract
Abstract A device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces, which includes a traverse with suspending means arranged centrally on the traverse while a driving roller is arranged at each end of the traverse for an endless belt to have a workpiece suspended therein, the driving rollers being mounted on the driving shaft therefor in a semi-cardanic manner.
Inventors
- 👤 K Heidrich
- 👤 L Kietz
- 👤 W Sziburies
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 05:43
CPC Classifications
B; B66; B66C; B66C1/00; B66C1/10; B66C1/12; B66C1/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
82 words
A device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces, which comprises a traverse, suspension means connected to said traverse at the central portion thereof for selectively suspending said traverse on supporting means, two driving rollers respectively arranged at each end of said traverse for driving an endless belt adapted to support a workpiece, motor means associated with said traverse, and shaft means drivingly connecting said shaft means with said rollers, said driving rollers being mounted on said shaft means in a semi-cardanic manner.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
82 words
A device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces, which comprises a traverse, suspension means connected to said traverse at the central portion thereof for selectively suspending said traverse on supporting means, two driving rollers respectively arranged at each end of said traverse for driving an endless belt adapted to support a workpiece, motor means associated with said traverse, and shaft means drivingly connecting said shaft means with said rollers, said driving rollers being mounted on said shaft means in a semi-cardanic manner.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
85 words
A device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces, which includes a hollow traverse, suspension means connected to said traverse at the central portion thereof for selectively suspending said traverse on supporting means, two driving rollers respectively arranged at each end of said traverse for driving an endless belt adapted to support a workpiece, two synchronous motors arranged within said traverse, and two shafts respectively drivingly connecting said motors with said driving rollers, said driving rollers being mounted on said shaft means in a semi-cardanic manner.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
85 words
A device for turning and transporting heavy workpieces, which includes a hollow traverse, suspension means connected to said traverse at the central portion thereof for selectively suspending said traverse on supporting means, two driving rollers respectively arranged at each end of said traverse for driving an endless belt adapted to support a workpiece, two synchronous motors arranged within said traverse, and two shafts respectively drivingly connecting said motors with said driving rollers, said driving rollers being mounted on said shaft means in a semi-cardanic manner.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
107 words
A device according to claim 1, in which the semi-cardanic mounting of each of said driving rollers includes a calotte non-rotatably connected to the pertaining shaft means, said calotte being provided with at least one axially extending groove, a belt pulley surrounding said calotte in spaced relationship thereto and having an annular central portion and lateral flanges connected to said central portion, a bushing interposed between said central portion and said calotte and being connected to at least one of said flanges, and cylindrical roller means connected to said central portion and engaging said groove for conveying a torque from said shaft means to said belt pulley.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US740100A
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US1498153A
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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) | 1977-10-14 | 1978-04-15 | 1978-10-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-10-14 | 1982-04-15 | 1982-10-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-10-14 | 1986-04-15 | 1986-10-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |