Patents Assigned to GKN Rockford, Inc.
  • Patent number: 9845833
    Abstract: A fan clutch assembly includes several features. A first feature relates to a lubrication passage that runs through the clutch package and has a return collection passage that extends through the operating piston. As a result, pitot tubes employed behind the piston may not be necessitated. Additionally, an anti-tamper device may be installed on the lead screw body to prevent adjustment of the fan hub and unintentional adjustment of the load carried on various bearings contained within the fan clutch assembly. Additionally, to position the speed sensor appropriately, a transfer shaft is provided that extends from the fan hub and/or lead screw back to the backside where a sensor is provided. This transfer shaft can be adjusted to precisely locate the sensor target relative to the sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2017
    Assignee: GKN Rockford, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce A. Skaggs, Scott Orsinger
  • Publication number: 20160097431
    Abstract: A fan clutch assembly includes several features. A first feature relates to a lubrication passage that runs through the clutch package and has a return collection passage that extends through the operating piston. As a result, pitot tubes employed behind the piston may not be necessitated. Additionally, an anti-tamper device may be installed on the lead screw body to prevent adjustment of the fan hub and unintentional adjustment of the load carried on various bearings contained within the fan clutch assembly. Additionally, to position the speed sensor appropriately, a transfer shaft is provided that extends from the fan hub and/or lead screw back to the backside where a sensor is provided. This transfer shaft can be adjusted to precisely locate the sensor target relative to the sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2015
    Publication date: April 7, 2016
    Applicant: GKN Rockford, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce A. Skaggs, Scott Orsinger