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Free floating belt tensioner
Assignee: Xerox Corp
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Filing: 1974-11-25
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Granted: 1976-03-02
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Expires: 1994-11-25
Abstract
Abstract A belt tensioner comprising first and second rollers connected by a "Z" shaped member upon which the rollers are journaled for rotation.
Inventors
- 👤 Gerd R. Brodesser
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 12:22
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16H; F16H7/00; F16H7/08; F16H7/10; F16H7/12; F16H7/1254; F16H2007/0863; F16H2007/0874
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
51 words
In combination with a pulley-driven belt, a belt tensioner for applying a desired tension to said belt; said belt tensioner comprising a pair of rollers and a Z-shaped member for connecting said rollers, each of said rollers being mounted for rotation on one of the parallel arms of said Z-shaped member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
51 words
In combination with a pulley-driven belt, a belt tensioner for applying a desired tension to said belt; said belt tensioner comprising a pair of rollers and a Z-shaped member for connecting said rollers, each of said rollers being mounted for rotation on one of the parallel arms of said Z-shaped member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein the connecting arm of said Z-shaped member has a length chosen in accordance with said desired tension.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination of claim 2 wheren said Z-shaped member includes length adjusting means connecting said parallel arms.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
The combination of claim 3 wherein said length adjusting means comprises a turnbuckle assembly.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-03-02 | 1979-09-01 | 1980-03-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-03-02 | 1983-09-01 | 1984-03-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-03-02 | 1987-09-01 | 1988-03-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |