Abstract: A transmission chain for a continuously variable conical pulley drive, comprising a plurality of interleaved sets of link-plates for each link, and an associated transverse-plate for each set. Each link-plate has at least two cams (43) per longitudinal side, defining between them a groove (44) with preferably V-shaped sides opening towards the cam-tops. Each associated transverse-plate has a rectangular closed window (54) and longsides (58) shaped correspondingly to the grooves (44). In service, when running through the sheaves of the pulleys, the transverse-plates locate themselves free-of-play in the grooves of the link-plates reducing wear and noise and any tendency for the chain to run out of square. At the straight trajects, play between the transverse-plates and the link-plates is restored again, permitting lube oil to enter.
Abstract: A new and distinct variety adds a new color to the Ivy Geranium class. The "Geranium" red color accents the medium green foliage. This variety is also much hardier in higher temperatures than those Ivy Geraniums currently on the market.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 31, 1989
Date of Patent:
October 16, 1990
Assignee:
Etablissement Guillou Freres Jacques, Bernard et Maurice
Inventors:
Jacques Guillou, Bernard Guillou, Maurice Guillou