Clamp-type locking mechanism

Abstract

A clamp-type locking mechanism has a driven element rotatably arranged with respect to a holding element and having ramps which together with a track of the holding element define clamping gaps for receiving spring-loaded clamp rollers. An adjustment element is swingable to a limited extent with respect to the driven element and provided for rotation in unison with the driven element, with the adjustment element having engagement members for moving the clamp rollers out of their clamping gaps. Located between the driven element and the holding element is a friction device for transmitting a friction moment. In order to maintain a correct friction moment during wear of the friction device, a spring mechanism is provided by which the friction device is biased with its friction surface against the holding element.

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