Phased chain assemblies - Patent US5427580(A)

Filed: Oct 04, 1993

Published: Jun 27, 1995

Abstract

A chain and sprocket system includes a plurality of chains and phased or offset sprockets. The transmission system includes a random or hybrid chain with the offset sprockets. The timing system can include single or dual overhead camshafts, with phasing of the crankshaft sprockets and camshaft sprockets.

Applicants

BORG WARNER AUTOMOTIVE

Inventors

MOTT PHILIP J
LEDVINA TIMOTHY J

Application Number

131473

Priority Claims

US88519492

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Classification Codes

F16H7/24, F16G13/00, F02B75/00, F16H7/00, F16H7/06, F16G13/06, F01L1/02, F16G13/04, F02B75/22