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US 11,723,322 B2Granted
Dynamic reversible multi-cross section universal modular driveline coupler
OwnerTheodore George Santiestebaninventor
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Abstract
Apparatus and method for an improved driveline coupler having a reversible saddle thereon which allows it to be configured to work with different sizes and shapes of shafts. The reversible saddle is configured on one side to work with one size of driveline shaft and configured on the opposite side to work with a different size driveline shaft so that in the field, an operator can modify the driveline coupler from use with a first size of drive shaft to a second size of drive shaft easily and quickly by turning the saddle upside down.
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A method for assembling a driveline coupler for a sprinkler irrigation system, comprising the steps of:
- a) providing a first load arm on a first end of the driveline coupler for connection to a first shaft;
- b) providing a second load arm on a second end of the driveline coupler for connection to a second shaft;
- c) mounting a reversible saddle on a portion of at least one of either the first or second load arm;
- d) providing an upper side and a lower side on the reversible saddle, wherein the upper side is sized for a first size of either the first or second shaft and the lower side is sized for a second size of either the first or second shaft;
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- e) turning the reversible saddle upside down so that it can be used with different sizes and shapes of drive shafts.
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