CLUTCH APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Abstract: a clutch mechanism that can be used in various tools and mechanisms for holding a movable shaft in one or more preferred positions includes a clutch ring that surrounds the shaft. an interior diameter of the clutch ring is configured to closely surround and grasp one or more holding portions of the shaft. the clutch ring is configured such that the clutch ring can elastically deform to allow the shaft to move relative to the clutch ring. the clutch ring can take the form of a generally cylindrical sidewall. openings may be formed through a thickness of the cylindrical sidewall to make it easier for portions of the clutch ring to elastically deform, thereby allowing the shaft to move relative to the clutch ring.

Inventor(s): Garrett S. Boyd, Mitchell A. Boyd

CPC Classification: E21B34/06 (EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; OBTAINING OIL, GAS, WATER, SOLUBLE OR MELTABLE MATERIALS OR A SLURRY OF MINERALS FROM WELLS)

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