Abstract: Reel devices, systems, and related methods are disclosed. The reel devices are modular and include an automatic shift assembly that shifts to provide a mechanical advantage when used to tighten a cord. For instance, the reel devices are configured to provide a first drive ratio and automatically transition to a second drive ratio in response to a torque force. The reel devices include a drive assembly and a shift assembly. The drive assembly includes a cycloidal gear.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 28, 2023
Date of Patent:
February 18, 2025
Assignee:
Shift Holding, LLC
Inventors:
John Martin, Brian Fletcher, Aaron Ambuske, Zachary West, Jay Barrett Willet, Ana Mirona Motoc, Dan Herbert, Hedvig Von Beetzen, Joseph Mahon, Jimmy Capra, Matthew Sinclair
Abstract: Reel devices, systems, and related methods are disclosed. The reel devices are modular and include an automatic shift assembly that shifts to provide a mechanical advantage when used to tighten a cord. For instance, the reel devices are configured to provide a first drive ratio and automatically transition to a second drive ratio in response to a torque force. The reel devices include a drive assembly and a shift assembly. The drive assembly includes a cycloidal gear.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 12, 2021
Date of Patent:
August 22, 2023
Assignee:
Shift Holding, LLC
Inventors:
John Martin, Brian Fletcher, Aaron Ambuske, Zachary West, Jay Barrett Willet, Ana Mirona Motoc, Dan Herbert, Hedvig Von Beetzen, Joseph Mahon, Jimmy Capra, Matthew Sinclair
Inventors:
John Martin, Brian Fletcher, Aaron Ambuske, Zachary West, Jay Barrett Willet, Ana Mirona Motoc, Dan Herbert, Hedvig Von Beetzen, Joseph Mahon, Jimmy Capra, Matthew Sinclair