Abstract: The invention concerns a radial coupling with shoes, of a simple structure, eliable in operation, and which is engaged and disengaged without delay. The coupling comprises a body in which are provided several chambers. The chambers are connected by means of pipes with a source of pressurized fluid. The body is fixed on the axis of a winch. Movable pistons are disposed in each chamber and are loaded with return springs. Supports are disposed on each piston and each support carries a frictional covering.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 1, 1986
Date of Patent:
March 8, 1988
Assignee:
Technical Sciences Institute of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Art