Friction hinge with pop-up feature
    1.
    发明授权
    Friction hinge with pop-up feature 失效
    摩擦铰链带弹出功能

    公开(公告)号:US06513197B2

    公开(公告)日:2003-02-04

    申请号:US09838485

    申请日:2001-04-19

    Abstract: A friction hinge comprising a shaft and a band including a spring portion which is rotatable relative to the shaft and wrapped tightly about the shaft for providing frictional torque between the shaft and spring portion is provided. The shaft includes a contact member for engaging the spring portion when the spring portion is rotated in one of two rotational directions and reaches a selected rotational position with respect to the shaft. Further rotation of the shaft in that direction causes the spring portion to loosen about the shaft.

    Abstract translation: 一种摩擦铰链,其包括轴和带,该带和弹簧部分相对于轴可旋转并且紧密地缠绕在轴上以在轴和弹簧部分之间提供摩擦扭矩。 所述轴包括用于当所述弹簧部分沿两个旋转方向中的一个旋转并且相对于所述轴达到选定旋转位置时与所述弹簧部分接合的接触构件。 在该方向上轴的进一步旋转使得弹簧部分绕轴旋转。

    Window shade system for reducing heat transport through windows
    2.
    发明授权
    Window shade system for reducing heat transport through windows 失效
    用于减少通过窗户传热的窗帘系统

    公开(公告)号:US4499937A

    公开(公告)日:1985-02-19

    申请号:US341302

    申请日:1982-01-21

    CPC classification number: E06B9/17046

    Abstract: There is disclosed a window shade system which reduces heat transport through windows by providing an insulating seal between a shade and window sill. The insulating seal is effected by a resilient material attached to the bottom longitudinal edge section of the shade. When the bottom longitudinal edge section of the shade is positioned in engagement with the sill, the resilient material conforms to the contour of the sill, frictionally sealing the shade against the sill, thereby insulating and reducing heat transport through the window. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the bottom longitudinal edge section includes a first depending longitudinal slat pocket for receiving a window shade slat, and a second depending longitudinal pocket configured to substantially enclose the slat pocket. A longitudinal void is provided between the pockets to permit the enclosing pocket to resiliently conform to the contour of the sill.

    Abstract translation: 公开了一种窗帘系统,其通过在荫罩和窗台之间提供绝缘密封来减少通过窗户的热传递。 绝缘密封件通过附着在阴凉处的底部纵向边缘部分的弹性材料来实现。 当荫罩的底部纵向边缘部分与门槛定位成接合时,弹性材料与门槛的轮廓一致,将遮蔽物摩擦地密封在门槛上,从而隔离和减少通过窗户的热量传递。 在本发明的一个优选实施例中,底部纵向边缘部分包括用于接收窗帘板条的第一垂直纵向缝隙口袋和构造成基本上包围板条袋的第二悬挂纵向袋子。 在凹穴之间提供纵向空隙,以允许封闭的口袋弹性地符合门槛的轮廓。

    Tape-spool retention member
    3.
    发明授权
    Tape-spool retention member 失效
    卷轴保持构件

    公开(公告)号:US5385315A

    公开(公告)日:1995-01-31

    申请号:US37491

    申请日:1993-03-26

    CPC classification number: B65H65/00 B65H75/28 B65H2301/414225

    Abstract: A novel system is provided for attaching tape to a spool. The method employs a one piece molded or diecast part which comprises both the spool and the means of attachment. The spool has a cavity within the circular core. A pin is molded as a part of the spool and is positioned directly before the mouth of the cavity. Tape attachment is achieved by threading.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于将带附接到线轴的新颖系统。 该方法采用单件模制或压铸部件,其包括线轴和连接装置。 卷轴在圆形芯内有一个空腔。 销被模制成卷轴的一部分并且直接位于空腔的嘴部之前。 磁带附件通过线程实现。

    Friction hinge assembly
    4.
    发明授权
    Friction hinge assembly 失效
    摩擦铰链总成

    公开(公告)号:US5079799A

    公开(公告)日:1992-01-14

    申请号:US613025

    申请日:1990-11-14

    Abstract: There is disclosed a hinge assembly that has a pintle and two plates that can rotate about the axis of the pintle. The first plate is irrotatably affixed to the pintle. The second plate is part of a friction element which also includes a band having a plurality of turns helically disposed about the pintle. Between the other end of the band and the second plate there is a spring that tightens the band about the pintle. The band is flexible enough so that it does not grip the pintle without the force of the spring. Frictional force is developed between the band and the pintle that opposes movement of the second plate in a direction that tends to tighten the band about the pintle. Movement of the second plate in the opposite direction tends to loosen the band's grip on the pintle so that very little frictional force is developed.

    Abstract translation: 公开了一种铰链组件,其具有枢轴和可围绕枢轴的轴线旋转的两个板。 第一个板是不可旋转地固定在枢轴上。 第二板是摩擦元件的一部分,该摩擦元件还包括具有绕枢轴螺旋形设置的多个匝的带。 在带的另一端和第二板之间有一个弹簧,使弹簧绕着枢轴收紧。 该带具有足够的弹性,使得它不会在没有弹簧的力的情况下抓住枢轴。 在带和枢轴之间产生摩擦力,该摩擦力反对第二板在沿着枢轴收紧带的方向上的运动。 第二板在相反方向上的移动倾向于松开带子在枢栓上的抓地力,从而产生很小的摩擦力。

    Reversible tool handle
    5.
    发明授权
    Reversible tool handle 失效
    可逆刀柄

    公开(公告)号:US4427100A

    公开(公告)日:1984-01-24

    申请号:US358338

    申请日:1982-03-15

    CPC classification number: F16D41/206 B25B13/462 B25B15/04

    Abstract: A bi-directional spring clutch having a cylindrical input element mounted on a cylindrical output element, with a wrap spring disposed between them. A control element, in the form of a cylinder, is rotatably mounted on the input element for assuming one of three discrete positions relative to the input element. A key on the control element extends through a window of the input element and is disposed between the ends of the wrap spring. When the control element is in either of its extreme positions, turning of the input element controls tightening of the spring and the transmission of torque, the direction of torque transmission depending upon the position of the control element. Rotation of the input element in the opposite direction results in the key unwrapping the spring so that there is not torque transmission. When the control element is in its middle position, the key bears against neither end of the spring, and torque is transmitted in both directions of rotation of the input element.

    Abstract translation: 一种双向弹簧离合器,其具有安装在圆柱形输出元件上的圆柱形输入元件,其间设置有卷绕弹簧。 以圆筒形式的控制元件可旋转地安装在输入元件上,用于假设相对于输入元件的三个离散位置之一。 控制元件上的键延伸穿过输入元件的窗口并且设置在卷簧的端部之间。 当控制元件处于其极限位置时,输入元件的转动控制弹簧的紧固和转矩的传递,转矩传递的方向取决于控制元件的位置。 输入元件沿相反方向的旋转导致钥匙展开弹簧,使得不存在扭矩传递。 当控制元件处于其中间位置时,钥匙既不抵抗弹簧的端部,并且扭矩在输入元件的两个旋转方向上传递。

    Spring clutch assembly with reduced radial bearing forces
    6.
    发明授权
    Spring clutch assembly with reduced radial bearing forces 失效
    具有减小径向承载力的弹簧离合器组件

    公开(公告)号:US5375643A

    公开(公告)日:1994-12-27

    申请号:US995422

    申请日:1992-12-22

    Applicant: Edward T. Rude

    Inventor: Edward T. Rude

    CPC classification number: E06B9/90 E06B2009/905

    Abstract: A spring clutch assembly with reduced radial bearing forces is described. The clutch includes a shaft, at least first and second helically wound axially mounted springs for making frictional contact with the shaft, and engaging means corresponding to each of the first and second springs for selectively applying a tightening force to one end of each of the springs in order to prevent rotation with respect to the shaft. Each of the engaging means is radially and symmetrically disposed along the shaft for eliminating radial bearing force induced by the spring ends.

    Abstract translation: 描述了具有减小的径向承载力的弹簧离合器组件。 离合器包括轴,至少第一和第二螺旋缠绕的轴向安装的弹簧用于与轴摩擦接触,以及对应于每个第一和第二弹簧的接合装置,用于选择性地将紧固力施加到每个弹簧的一端 以防止相对于轴的旋转。 每个接合装置沿着轴径向对称地设置,以消除由弹簧端引起的径向支承力。

    Monocontrol venetian blind
    7.
    发明授权
    Monocontrol venetian blind 失效
    Monocontrol百叶帘

    公开(公告)号:US5228491A

    公开(公告)日:1993-07-20

    申请号:US862843

    申请日:1992-04-03

    CPC classification number: E06B9/308 E06B9/307 E06B9/322 E06B2009/3225

    Abstract: Headrail hardware to lift and tilt a Venetian blind is provided. A single control operates both the lift and the tilt function. A multiturn band brake tilter is used with each ladder cord in a way that reduces the frictional forces encountered in lifting or lowering the blind. One end of each of the ladder cords is attached to an arm of its tilter. The tilters are disposed directly about the rotating drive rod with no intermediate parts, and are supported by cradles that mount in the headrail rather than by the drive rod as in prior art blinds. The drive rod rotates the tilters and the lifting mechanism until the tilters contact stops built into each of the cradles. Further rotation keeps the blind fully tilted while lifting or lowering of the blind continues. In the preferred embodiment, the lift cords are attached to the drive rod, which traverses to accumulate the cords in a single layer as the rod is rotated to lift the blind. The rotation of the rod within the tilters greatly reduces the lateral force needed to traverse the rod. An innovative bearing support is provided so that the weight of the blind is transferred from the tilter directly to the cradle, further reducing the frictional drag on the traversing rod.

    Abstract translation: 提供扶手和倾斜百叶窗的扶手硬件。 单个控制操作同时提升和倾斜功能。 每个梯形绳使用多圈带制动倾斜器,以减少提升或降低盲板时遇到的摩擦力。 每条梯绳的一端连接到其倾斜臂的臂上。 倾斜器直接设置在旋转的驱动杆周围,没有中间部分,并且由现有技术的百叶窗中安装在头轨而不是驱动杆的托架支撑。 驱动杆旋转倾斜器和提升机构,直到倾斜接触件停止内置在每个托架中。 进一步旋转会使盲板完全倾斜,同时提升或降低盲人的持续。 在优选实施例中,提升帘线附接到驱动杆,当杆被旋转以提升盲板时,驱动杆横向移动以将绳索累积在单层中。 杆内倾斜的旋转大大降低了穿过杆所需的横向力。 提供了一种创新的轴承支撑,使得盲板的重量从倾斜器直接传递到支架,进一步减小了横动杆上的摩擦阻力。

    Spring clutches
    8.
    发明授权
    Spring clutches 失效
    弹簧离合器

    公开(公告)号:US4433765A

    公开(公告)日:1984-02-28

    申请号:US417227

    申请日:1982-09-13

    CPC classification number: F16D7/022

    Abstract: A spring clutch which has multiple springs disposed between two coaxially mounted cylindrical elements. The springs are designed to slip so that all of the springs are required to support the maximum load. During the onset of rotation, tabs at the ends of the springs contact the load surfaces on one of the cylindrical elements sequentially, with some slippage occurring, so that impulse is reduced. In different embodiments, either releasing or reversing the clutch re-establishes offsets between spring tabs so that the sequential contact can again occur.

    Abstract translation: 弹簧离合器,其具有设置在两个同轴安装的圆柱形元件之间的多个弹簧。 弹簧被设计成滑动,使得所有弹簧都需要支撑最大载荷。 在旋转开始期间,弹簧的端部处的突片顺序地接触其中一个圆柱形元件上的载荷表面,发生一些滑动,使得脉冲减小。 在不同的实施例中,释放或反转离合器重新建立弹簧片之间的偏移,使得顺序接触可以再次发生。

    Friction hinge having high thermal conductivity
    9.
    发明授权
    Friction hinge having high thermal conductivity 失效
    具有高导热性的摩擦铰链

    公开(公告)号:US06226177B1

    公开(公告)日:2001-05-01

    申请号:US09328280

    申请日:1999-06-08

    Abstract: The invention is a friction hinge assembly for a laptop computer which has a high thermal conductivity. The assembly includes a base element, a base element fixed to the base of the computer and to which an axially aligned base heat pipe is coupled. The assembly also includes a lid element fixed to the lid of the computer. The lid element has a body portion and a rotatable sleeve attached to the lid and which receives a lid heat pipe. The base and lid elements are pre-assembled selectively fastenable to one another for ease of assembly of the lid to the base, and in order to control the frictional torque produced by the hinge during operation.

    Abstract translation: 本发明是一种具有高导热性的笔记本电脑的摩擦铰链组件。 该组件包括基座元件,固定到计算机底座的基座元件,并且轴向对准的基座热管与其相连接。 组件还包括固定到计算机的盖的盖元件。 盖元件具有主体部分和附接到盖子的可旋转套筒,并且接收盖子热管道。 基座和盖元件可预先组装成可选择性地彼此紧固,以便于将盖组装到基座上,并且为了控制在操作期间由铰链产生的摩擦扭矩。

    Bi-stable spring loaded pivoting joint
    10.
    发明授权
    Bi-stable spring loaded pivoting joint 失效
    双稳态弹簧加载枢转接头

    公开(公告)号:US5851081A

    公开(公告)日:1998-12-22

    申请号:US821248

    申请日:1997-03-20

    Applicant: Edward T. Rude

    Inventor: Edward T. Rude

    Abstract: The present invention provides a pivoting joint that has two stable positions. The pivoting joint is comprised of two housing elements that can rotate co-axially with respect to one another. A spring, generally in the shape of a modified hairpin, is contained within the two housing elements. The two ends of the spring fit into holes in one housing element, and the closed end of the spring is held, substantially irrotatably, in the other housing element. The spring urges the two housing elements to one or the other rotational extreme with respect to one another.

    Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种具有两个稳定位置的枢转接头。 枢转接头包括可相对于彼此同轴旋转的两个壳体元件。 通常以修改后的发夹的形状的弹簧被包含在两个壳体元件内。 弹簧的两端装配在一个壳体元件中的孔中,并且弹簧的封闭端基本上不可旋转地保持在另一壳体元件中。 弹簧将两个壳体元件相对于彼此推动到一个或另一个旋转极限。

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