Abstract: An internal side load compensation device for use with a linear actuator comprises at least one cam beam affixed to the actuator housing pre-loaded to a known side load to influence at least one cam roller affixed to the primary driver of the linear actuator. The cam beam is pre-loaded by adjusting pre-load bars extending within the actuator housing.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 19, 1999
Date of Patent:
November 14, 2000
Assignee:
E-Drive Design, Inc.
Inventors:
Richard G. Swanson, James W. Haury, Todd C. Pannone