LKQ has been granted a patent for a snatch ring pulley assembly featuring a pulley wheel body with a deformable retention feature. The assembly includes a rope saddle portion and a first deformable retention feature affixed to the first outer wheel portion. The retention feature comprises resilient fingers. GlobalData’s report on LKQ gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Snatch ring pulley assembly with deformable retention feature
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11958727B2) discloses a snatch ring pulley assembly designed with unique features for efficient operation. The assembly includes a pulley wheel body with two outer wheel portions and a rope saddle portion between them, with a center aperture extending through both outer wheel portions. The assembly features deformable retention features, such as resilient fingers, affixed to each outer wheel portion, ensuring secure attachment and alignment. The rope saddle portion, crucial for rope management, does not include any deformable retention features, enhancing its functionality.
Furthermore, the patent describes additional features like a second deformable retention feature on the second outer wheel portion, aligning resilient fingers on both sides, and a bristle ring design for the deformable retention feature. The assembly also includes through holes in the outer wheel portions for seating the resilient fingers, ensuring stability. Additionally, the surface defining the center aperture is coated with a low-friction material, reducing wear and tear. Another embodiment of the invention includes a pulley wheel body with resilient fingers seated in through holes on both outer wheel portions, enhancing the assembly's durability and functionality. The rope saddle portion in this design includes rope traction features for better rope management, making it a comprehensive solution for various applications. The surface of the center aperture is coated with a low-friction material in this embodiment as well, further improving the assembly's performance.
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