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Sprocket member configuration
Assignee: Caterpillar Inc
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Filing: 1975-09-22
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Granted: 1977-04-12
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Expires: 1995-09-22
Abstract
Abstract An improved sprocket configuration for use in a track-type vehicle drive. The tooth configuration and tooth pocket configuration accommodate packing of the pocket and permit limited displacement of the chain without excessive wear of the chain bushings. The pocket configuration is relatively deep so as to permit a preselected amount of packing in the pocket root to minimize the chain bushing displacement. The improved tooth configuration provides a rounded topping surface avoiding bushing wear as may occur with sharp corner tooth configurations of the prior art.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald E. Clemens
- 👤 Glenn M. Haslett
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 16:52
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16H; F16H55/00; F16H55/02; F16H55/30; B; B62; B62D; B62D55/00; B62D55/08; B62D55/12; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S474/00; Y10S474/901
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
In a chain drive sprocket member having a plurality of teeth defining a pitch circle having a radius of approximately 20 inches, an improved pocket configuration between said teeth having opposite flank surfaces at opposite sides of the pocket radial centerline each defined by a pocket radius centered on a point spaced radially inwardly of said pitch circle and spaced circumferentially from said pocket radial centerline, and an arcuate root surface defined by a radius centered on a point on said pocket radial centerline and spaced outwardly of said pitch circle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
In a chain drive sprocket member having a plurality of teeth defining a pitch circle having a radius of approximately 20 inches, an improved pocket configuration between said teeth having opposite flank surfaces at opposite sides of the pocket radial centerline each defined by a pocket radius centered on a point spaced radially inwardly of said pitch circle and spaced circumferentially from said pocket radial centerline, and an arcuate root surface defined by a radius centered on a point on said pocket radial centerline and spaced outwardly of said pitch circle.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein said point is spaced radially inwardly of the pitch circle approximately 0.063 inch.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein said root surface has opposite end portions tangent to said flank surfaces.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by rounded topping surfaces extending to outwardly of said pitch circle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by working surfaces extending outwardly from said flank surfaces.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
40 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by working surfaces extending outwardly from said flank surfaces and outer rounded topping surfaces extending outwardly from said working surfaces to outwardly of said pitch circle.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by planar working surfaces extending outwardly from said flank surfaces.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
24 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by arcuate working surfaces extending outwardly from said flank surfaces.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
The chain drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein the teeth are further defined by successive arcuate working and topping surfaces outwardly of said flank surfaces.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
39 words
The chain-drive sprocket member of claim 1 wherein said pocket radius is centered on a point spaced radially inwardly of said pitch circle at least approximately 0.05 inch and spaced circumferentially from said pocket radial centerline approximately 0.2 inch.
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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) | 1980-04-11 | 1980-10-11 | 1981-04-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-04-11 | 1984-10-11 | 1985-04-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-04-11 | 1988-10-11 | 1989-04-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |