Abstract: A clutched actuator for use in a transfer case is disclosed which may be used in conjunction with electronic traction control systems and anti-lock braking systems where the clutched actuator system is required to quickly disengage the four-wheel drive of the vehicle. The clutched actuator is operably coupled to the transfer case of the vehicle drive system through a sector plate. The clutched actuator includes a worm drive motor assembly providing the base driving mechanism, a clutching mechanism, and a gear reduction mechanism for reducing the torque capacity required of the clutch mechanism. When the clutching mechanism is engaged, power is transmitted from the worm drive through the gear reduction mechanism to the output shaft to selectively engage the mode of operation of the transfer case, i.e., two-wheel or four-wheel drive mode, and the drive torque distribution between the front and rear wheels. The worm gear is non-backdrivable such that the motor need not provide a holding torque.

Abstract: An improved brake/clutch unit for use in a riding lawnmower or another vehicle is provided. The unit includes a rotor assembly disposed radially outwardly of a longitudinally extending input shaft, an armature assembly, and a field shell assembly. The rotor assembly includes a rotor disc disposed radially outwardly of the input shaft. The armature assembly includes an armature axially-spaced from the rotor disc and an output member connected to the armature. The field shell assembly includes a field shell that is fixed against rotation, a pair of permanent magnets, first and second pole pieces having relatively low magnetic reluctance, a third pole piece having a relatively high magnetic reluctance, and a field coil. The field shell includes a radially outwardly extending flange on which all of the pole pieces are disposed. The magnets are disposed between the flange and the first and second pole pieces while the third pole piece is disposed between the first and second pole pieces.

Abstract: A compact, inexpensive electromagnetic spring clutch includes forming supporting bearing surfaces made of synthetic resin rotary members, in a magnetic excitor. Cylindrical magnetic pole parts are formed in the first core and second core and the inner surfaces of these magnetic pole parts are made into bearing surfaces.

Abstract: Electrically powered or manually driven clutch and brake mechanism for an electric wince cooperate with a transmission mechanism. The clutch mechanism is provided with a thrust bearing on a clutch shaft and a large clutch gear is then inserted thereon. A lining plate is attached to a clutch plate of the large gear and a pinion gear is attached tightly to the lining plate. Another thrust bearing is placed behind the pinion gear and a compression spring is inserted on the clutch shaft. The large and the pinion gears can be pushed tightly together or loosened as a function of resiliency of the spring. A clutch hand wheel can be provided for manual operation. In addition, the brake mechanism is designed such that a rotating shaft of a motor is provided with a disc brake which has a unidirectional bearing. The disc brake can be squeezed tightly by disc pads.

Abstract: An asymmetry/overspeed brake unit designed to stop the rotation of a control surface and its attending drive set and attachment hardware in response to a mechanical overspeed condition or an electrical signal from a flight control computer. The asymmetry/overspeed brake unit comprising a brake housing having a rotatable main shaft running axially therethrough and a locking mechanism, a braking mechanism, a mechanical trip mechanism, and an electrical trip mechanism, all contained within the brake housing. The asymmetry/overspeed brake unit further comprising a mechanical reset mechanism and a trip indication mechanism, both contained within the brake housing.

Abstract: Energization of an electric coil produces flux for attracting an armature of a clutch into engagement with a rotor in order to couple an input shaft to an output pulley. When the coil is de-energized, two angularly spaced permanent magnets pull the armature away from the rotor and into engagement with fixed pole pieces which cause a braking torque to be applied to the output pulley. The magnets are located closely adjacent one another and only along a short arc of the armature in order to enable the flux of the coil to overcome the flux of the magnets and effect easy release of the brake and engagement of the clutch when the coil is energized.

Abstract: An actuator for frictional engaging devices is controlled by electric signals from a control device and is disposed in a power transmission device. The actuator includes a torque generating mechanism and has at least two movably mounted frictional engaging devices having respective initial positions. The actuator includes a torque-thrust conversion mechanism which converts torque generated from the torque generating mechanism into an augmented thrust force for moving the frictional engaging devices from the respective initial positions to different positions respectively.

Abstract: A clutch and brake control circuit includes first and second relays connected to an interlock circuit and to the brake and clutch coils on a vehicle. The relays are interconnected with the coils so that the clutch coil cannot be energized unless the brake coil circuit is complete. Preferably, the brake coil circuit includes a delay timer for assuring that the brake is energized for a preselected time period after the clutch coil is deenergized. The circuit is constructed such that if the clutch coil is reenergized during the time period, power to the brake coil is interrupted and the clutch coil turns on immediately without delay. Any time after the clutch coil is deenergized, a clutch switch connected to the interlock circuit and the relays must be actuated before the clutch will engage. The interlock circuit, which may include such elements as transmission, parking brake and seat switches, is fully integrated with the brake and clutch control.

Abstract: A manipulator features the use of a single motor and a plurality of flexible cables which are interconnected with the motor via a plurality of clutches which can be selectively engaged and disengaged. The cables transmit rotational energy to elements of the manipulator via translation devices which convert the rotational motion into linear motion.

Abstract: Aligned shafts are coupled by a clutch and brake assembly that includes a single electromagnetic coil and single return spring. The braking torque is reacted through the field structure frame for the coil and an annular rotor acts as a pole piece to shift the frame for disengaging the brake and for engaging the clutch.

Abstract: A driving device for an auxiliary device of an engine, comprises a carrier to be rotated by a crankshaft of the engine, a plurality of planet gears supported by shafts formed on the carrier, an internal gear meshed with the planet gears and supported rotatably, a clutch member for engaging the internal gear with and disengaging it from a stationary portion of the device, an engaging member for engaging the carrier with the internal gear when a rotation speed of the carrier reaches a value not less than a predetermined value to rotate the internal gear at the same speed as that of the carrier and an output shaft having a sun gear meshed with the planet gears and supported rotatably by the stationary portion of the device.

Abstract: A change speed gearbox for a combine or the like has a main clutch on its input shaft and a shift collar shiftable into alternate positions from a neutral position to establish different driving ratios in the gearbox. An electro-magnetic brake is engageable with the input shaft and is actuated only when the shift collar is in its neutral position and the clutch is disengaged. The brake circuit includes a relay switch that automatically opens a predetermined time after it closes, so that power is supplied to the brake only for a limited period when the clutch is disengaged and the gearbox is in neutral.

Abstract: An electromagnetically controlled spring clutch mechanism for transmitting the rotating forces of an input rotating element adapted to rotate in a predetermined direction and in a direction opposite thereto to an output rotating element. According to one aspect, a first spring clutch mechanism and a second spring clutch mechanism are interposed between the input rotating element and the output rotating element, and the rotating force of the input rotating element in the predetermined direction is transmitted to the output rotating element by the contraction of a coil spring in the first spring clutch mechanism and the rotating force of the input rotating element in the opposite direction is transmitted to the output rotating element by the contraction of a coil spring in the second spring clutch mechanism.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for securing an electric brake/clutch (14) against rotation relative to a stationary member (10). A preferred system includes an anti-rotation lever (26) attached to and extending from a brake/clutch housing (16). Anti-rotation lever (26) includes a flange (32) at its free end. Flange (32) is situated between a pair of spaced opposed rubber bumpers (34) attached to stationary member (10). Thus, torque applied to the housing (16) of brake/clutch (14) is transmitted through anti-rotation lever (26), rubber bumper (34), and ultimately to stationary member (10). The distance between rubber bumpers (34) exceeds the thickness of flange (32), whereby anti-rotation lever (26) and housing (16) can radially float relative to stationary member (10), thereby permitting "runout" of brake/clutch assembly (14).

Abstract: A friction braking system located entirely inside an induction motor of an appliance quickly stops rotation of the rotor in the appliance motor, for example such as a food processor, whenever the A.C. electrical power is turned off. Thus, rotation of any tool being operated in the appliance is quickly stopped, whenever the electrical power is interrupted. The rotor in the induction motor is axially slidably mounted on the motor shaft and is keyed to the shaft for permitting axial shifting displacement of the rotor relative to the stator while preventing any angular displacement of the rotor relative to the shaft. Consequently, the rotor and shaft always turn and stop as a function unit. A friction brake lining is affixed within the motor housing offset from the axis of the motor shaft as far as practicable. A disc brake mounted onto the rotor has an annular friction braking surface positioned for engagement against the brake lining.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying pressure sensitive labels to products on a product line peels the labels from a web of release paper and applies them to the products, when the latter are detected to be in a predetermined position, by action of a pneumatic applicator head. The head favorably includes an exhaust blower which vents to the atmosphere thereby keeping slitting dust out of the machinery cabinet, and is arranged to rock to an open, service position to expose compressed air hoses therewithin. These hoses are coupled to apertures in a base plate of the applicator head by venturi nozzles which serve to increase the pressure of compressed air pulses carried by the hoses for applying the labels to products. The web can be advanced over a peeling arrangement by a drive system including a drive roller powered by a two stage chain drive, with a clutch disposed between the two stages and a brake disposed directly with the drive roller.

Abstract: An electromagnetic clutch includes a first rotatable member of magnetic material having an axial end surface and a hollow portion in which an annular electromagnetic device is disposed in a stationary position. A second rotatable member, such as a drive shaft, is provided within the first rotatable member. A hub is secured on the second rotatable member and a magnetic armature plate is supported on and around the hub. The magnetic armature plate, which faces the axial end surface of the first rotatable member at a predetermined axial air gap, is capable of limited axial movement and is attracted to the first rotatable member when the electromagnetic device is energized to frictionally engage the first rotatable member.

Abstract: The disclosure describes an electromagnetic clutch/brake device which prevents undesired vibration of a rotary brake mounted on an ouput shaft so as to be slidable in its axial direction. For this purpose, the rotary brake is made unbalanced in weight in a specified direction with respect to its revolution center and a driven rotary body mounted on the output shaft and subjected to rotational force from the output shaft is made unbalanced in weight in a specified direction with respect to its revolution center. The driven rotary body and the rotary brake are fitted to the output shaft so that they are in a balanced condition when the shaft is driven.

Abstract: A clutch system providing a simplified clutch adjustment which also gives an indication of how much clutch facing remains so that it is known when a clutch face needs replacement. The system mounts the motor armature and flywheel in a bearing structure which is axially shiftable toward the clutch face by utilization of a rotatable element threadedly engaged with the main frame of the motor and which presents against one end of the bearing structure so that it may shift the bearing structure and the entire armature and flywheel by rotation of the threaded element. This threaded element is coupled to the fan cowl of the motor which is in turn held in fixed position by a latching member. With the latching member released, the fan cowl is rotatable to adjust the flywheel, with the fan cowl then being again latched into position to prevent further movement of the flywheel in an axial direction.

Abstract: A drum winch apparatus having an alternating current motor and direct current operable clutch and brake coils together with a control circuit for energizing these member is disclosed. The control circuit includes alternating current switching of DC current flows, operator control of both reeling in and unreeling drum functions, and selected use of separate brake release and brake hold off coils with a combination of full wave and half wave energizing currents.

Abstract: A method of stopping a loom, whose operation is controlled by a microcomputer, at a predetermined position thereof is disclosed herein. In view of the phenomenon that the load on loom operation is varied with the operating cycles thereof depending on the texture of fabric to be woven, but the variation takes place in repeated cycles of similar patterns each including different phases in succession of a known number, the method according to the invention comprises the steps of detecting the deviation of the actual stop position from the predetermined position resulting from the preceding loom braking operation, executing arithmetic operation on data regarding said deviation for compensation thereby to adjust the position at which brake is to be applied in the current braking operation, and applying brake when said position determined through said arithmetic operation is reached by the loom, wherein such steps are carried out in each group of the phases that correspond to each other in similarity.

Abstract: The invention relates to a step drive assembly which includes a rotatable operating unit for operating a tool or knife or the like. The assembly has a change-over clutch for selectively connecting the operating unit to a continuously running motor or a brake. Control apparatus for the assembly includes a disk rotatable with the operating unit having teeth and spaces therebetween forming zones and a sensor unit for scanning the zones and outputting a pulse train. An evaluating circuit responsive to the pulse train outputs a positioned stop signal and an overload stop signal to effect a braking operation.

Abstract: A method positioning control is disclosed, to stop mechanisms of a loom at predetermined positions when stopping the loom operation, in which the loom is directly controlled by a microcomputer. In the method, correction is made with respect to a predetermined position for commencing a braking operation so as to stop the mechanisms at said positions correctly. The above-mentioned correction is conducted by, first, obtaining the positional deviation between the actual stop position and the predetermined stop position during the last braking operation, second, using the obtained positional deviation for effecting identical correction regarding the next braking operation, etc. repeated over and over.

Abstract: A differential drive mechanism (10) includes a driving member (12) and a driven member (16). A planetary gearset (64) drivingly connects the driving member (12) and driven member (16) to drive the driven member (16) at a speed lower than that of the driven member (12) when the electromagnetic actuator (46) is energized. When the electromagnetic actuator (46) is not energized, a clutching member (22) engages the driven member (16) to cause the latter to be driven at the same speed as that of the driving member (12).

Abstract: The invention is particularly adapted for use with a longwall mining machine of the type having a rack extending along a track for the mining machine, a gear wheel on the machine engageable with the rack for moving the machine along a track, at least two shearer drums carried by the machine, at least one driving motor on the machine, and gear train means connecting the driving motor to the shearer drums to rotate the same. Two inductive clutches having a common armature are connected through reduction gearing to the aforesaid driving gear wheel; while separate rotors connect the respective clutches to the gear train such that one rotor will rotate in a direction opposite to the other. A magnetically-actuated, spring-biased friction brake is disposed between the two inductive clutches for braking the clutches when the machine is at rest.

Abstract: An implement clutch and brake control for portable, engine-operated movable implement tools is described. The implement tool is controlled by a brake and clutch assembly operably connected between the implement tool and an implement engine. The assembly is normally biased as a brake to hold the implement tool stationary and is electrically operable as a clutch to drive the implement tool from the engine. The implement engine powers a voltage source to generate a voltage sufficient to operate the clutch. A "deadman switch" arrangement is operably connected between the voltage source and the clutch and brake assembly. Operator control of the switch maintains an electrical connection between the voltage source and the clutch and brake assembly. Resulting operation of the clutch operably drives the implement tool from the engine.

Abstract: An electromagnetic single-surface clutch/brake combination, especially for textile machinery, in which a rotor assembly is locked to the shaft end encloses the magnetic body carrying the coils so that the latter can be secured to the housing flange when the unit, as delivered, is mounted on the shaft. The rotor assembly and the magnetic body are bridged by a bearing.

Abstract: The drive shaft of a motor can be coupled to an output shaft by an electromagnetically activated friction clutch. The output shaft can be braked by an electromagnetically activated friction brake. The motor drive shaft rotates at constant speed. The rotary speed of the output shaft is regulated by negative-feedback action to maintain a selected value, by activating the clutch and brake alternately as necessary. The activating signals for the clutch and brake are pulse-width-modulated activating signals. The output shaft can be stopped in at least one predetermined angular position when commanded to do so. The movable parts of the brake and clutch are of minimal mass, and the speed-regulating system includes a speed feedback transducer system of very high resolution.

Abstract: The braking system for the textile machine is provided with a multiplicity of brake elements which are individually controlled via a common control means. Each brake has a different braking characteristic from the other so that the machine components or attachments can be separately braked. The braking system can be electronically controlled so as to not only brake but also to permit adjustment of the brakes.

Abstract: A low speed adaptor for use in a sewing machine driven by a main motor, particularly to one which employs a main transmission belt and an auxiliary transmission belt to change the speed of the sewing machine from high to low. This main transmission belt passes over the belt pulley of the main motor, then over the transmission belt pulley of the adaptor, and then over the belt pulley of the sewing machine; while, the auxiliary transmission belt passes over the belt pulley of the auxiliary motor and over the belt pulley of the adaptor body. The adaptor comprises an electromagnetic clutch and brake device capable of selectively switching the drive of the sewing machine from the main motor operating at high speed to the auxiliary motor operating at low speed.

Abstract: A variable speed drive mounted within a housing includes clutch means of the disc type operatively connected between input and output shafts and an interior support coupling member. The support coupling member comprises a stationary support extending from the housing and concentric bearings for mounting a center coupling therein. The center coupling receives the extreme inboard ends of the shafts to provide support thereof and it is operatively connected between the clutch means and the output shaft to transmit torque. The concentric bearings permit relative rotation between one of the shafts and the center coupling, and provide bearing support for both of the shafts within the stationary support member. An electronic control system is also provided for the variable speed drive which senses output errors and uses them to directly modulate the power signal to an electromagnetic clutch or brake component of the drive.

Abstract: An electromotor driven regulating arrangement, especially for regulating the speed of a motor vehicle, comprises an input shaft rotatable in one and in the opposite direction by a reversible electric motor, an output shaft adapted to be connected to a member for regulating the speed of the vehicle, and a coupling having two coupling members respectively connected with the input shaft and the output shaft for rotation therewith and a looped spring arranged between the coupling members by means of which the coupling members may be connected for simultaneous rotation in either direction. The arrangement comprises further a control member and electromagnet means cooperating therewith and acting on the spring for rendering the coupling active or inactive depending on whether the electromagnet is energized or deenergized.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for controlling the braking operation of a machine having a large moment of inertia. The machine is driven by a motor through a coupling device. The control circuitry initiates first an uncoupling of the coupling device followed by a braking of the input side of the coupling device. Thereafter, and after the input side of the coupling has come to a stop, the coupling device is reactivated to couple the output side to the input side. Since the input side is blocked, this will effectively bring the machine to a halt.

Abstract: A driving and braking apparatus usable with a load such, for example, as an uphill belt conveyor.

Abstract: A sewing machine has a main drive shaft to which is drivingly coupled the output member of a coupling motor unit, the latter including an electric motor having a constantly rotating output shaft, a braking structure, and electrically controlled electromagnets for causing the output member to engage and become disengaged from the output shaft and the braking structure to increase and decrease the rpm of the main drive shaft of the machine. An rpm regulator has first and second inputs for receipt of a desired-rpm command signal and an actual-rpm feedback signal. The actual-rpm feedback signal is generated using a pole wheel rotating synchronously with the sewing-machine drive shaft and a plurality of pick-up transducers spaced along the pole-wheel periphery. During pole-wheel rotation, an A.C. voltage is induced in each such pick-up transducer. The spacing of the transducers relative to the spacing of the poles of the pole wheel is such that these induced voltages are phase-shifted relative to one another.

Abstract: An apparatus for off-winding thread which comprises a driving shaft, a drive means for rotating the driving shaft, a driven shaft, an electrically operated clutch interconnecting said driven and driving shaft, an electrically operated brake connected to said driven shaft, and an electronic control circuit. The control circuit comprises three parts connected to the said clutch and brake. The first part of the control circuit is connected to the said clutch and incorporates an integrating circuit for producing gradual engagement of the clutch. The second part of the control circuit is connected to the said brake and incorporates a pulse generating circuit for producing a large temporary braking force. The third part of the control circuit is also connected to the said brake and incorporates a constant signal generator for producing a small constant braking force.

Abstract: A control circuit for controlling the shaft speed of a motor having clutch and brake devices comprises a speed detector for detecting the actual rotating speed of the motor and generating a first pulse signal having a period in inverse proportion to the actual rotating speed, a speed selector for setting the desired-speed of the shaft, a signal generator for generating a second pulse signal having a period in inverse proportion to the desired-speed from the speed selector, a first means for detecting the ratio of the period of the first signal to the period of the second signal, and a second means for controlling the operation of the clutch and brake devices in response to the detected ratio.

Abstract: A control system is disclosed for providing a dual voltage electrical power supply for a variable load such as an electro-mechanical clutch-brake power transmitter of the type used for instance for a loom transmitter. A control arrangement is disclosed in which high voltage is continuously available under control of low voltage timing and drive circuits.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for driving a transfer beam for handling relatively heavy loads, comprising in the case of a beam having a rack rigidly associated therewith. Said device consists essentially of a transmission incorporating between the driving motor and the pinion in meshing engagement with the rack a clutch and a brake both controlled by electromagnetic means, servo means for supplying electric current to each electromagnetic control of said clutch and brake, and a pair of servo-generators adapted to monitor the one the acceleration phase of the transfer beam from the standstill position of said beam and the other the deceleration phase before stopping the beam.

Abstract: A stator is mounted in a housing, and a rotor is rotatable with reference to the stator and rotates with a motor shaft. A flywheel is mounted on and rotatable with the motor shaft. An output shaft is separate from the motor shaft and a stationary member is mounted in the housing and surrounds the output shaft with clearance. A coupling plate and a braking plate are both mounted on the output shaft for rotation therewith, being located axially adjacent the flywheel and the stationary member, respectively. A first electromagnet is associated with the coupling plate and when energized causes frictional engagement of the latter with the flywheel so that the coupling plate and thereby the output shaft are entrained in rotation by the flywheel. A second electromagnet is associated with the braking plate and when energized causes frictional engagement thereof with the stationary member so that the braking plate and the output shaft are braked by frictional engagement therewith.