MULTIPLE-DISC FRICTION CLUTCH

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MULTIPLE-DISC FRICTION CLUTCH - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240247689 titled 'MULTIPLE-DISC FRICTION CLUTCH

Simplified Explanation:

The patent application describes a multiple-disc friction clutch with a unique design that includes a torque limiter mechanism and a torque limiter-disabling mechanism between the first and second clutch centers.

The first clutch center is supported by a main shaft and does not rotate, while the second clutch center is supported by the first clutch center and rotates.
A clutching part is held between a pressure plate and the second clutch center.
The torque limiter mechanism reduces clutch torque by acting on the pressure plate during relative rotation between the first and second clutch centers.
The torque limiter-disabling mechanism prevents the torque limiter from operating by inhibiting relative rotation when power is transmitted in an acceleration direction.

Key Features and Innovation:

Unique design of a multiple-disc friction clutch with torque limiter mechanisms.
Integration of torque limiter-disabling mechanism to prevent torque limiter operation in specific conditions.

Potential Applications:

Automotive industry for vehicles requiring precise control of clutch torque.
Industrial machinery where controlled torque transmission is essential.

Problems Solved:

Provides a solution for controlling clutch torque in various applications.
Prevents excessive torque transmission during acceleration.

Benefits:

Enhanced control over clutch torque.
Improved safety and efficiency in power transmission systems.

Commercial Applications:

The technology can be utilized in automotive vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications requiring precise torque control for optimal performance and safety.

Questions about Multiple-Disc Friction Clutch:

1. How does the torque limiter mechanism work in the multiple-disc friction clutch? 2. What are the potential industrial applications of this innovative clutch design?

Original Abstract Submitted

a multiple-disc friction clutch has a clutch center including a first and second clutch centers. the first clutch center is axially supported by a main shaft in a relatively non-rotatable manner. the second clutch center is supported by the first clutch center in a relatively rotatable manner and holds a clutching part between a pressure plate and the second clutch center. the first and second clutch centers have a torque limiter mechanism and a torque limiter-disabling mechanism therebetween. the torque limiter mechanism transmits power between the first and second clutch centers and reduces clutch torque by acting on the pressure plate due to relative rotation between the first and second clutch centers. the torque limiter-disabling mechanism inhibits operation of a torque limiter of the torque limiter mechanism by preventing the relative rotation when power is transmitted from the first clutch center to the second clutch center in an acceleration direction.