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Power transmission and energy absorbing systems

  • US 4,291,794 A
  • Filed: 10/10/1979
  • Issued: 09/29/1981
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/10/1979
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A friction power absorption or power transmission assembly of the type having means for changing the relative position between a friction material and an opposing surface material from a position of complete engagement to a position of complete disengagement, said assembly comprising:

  • (a) a first member;

    (b) a second opposing member;

    (c) a carbon composite membrane affixed to one of said first and second members, said membrane comprising;

    (1) a carbon fibrous substrate having an open porosity; and

    (2) a coating of pyrolytic carbon extending substantially over each of said fibers of said substrate;

    (d) means for introducing a liquid cooling medium between said first and second members.

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