Clutch release mechanisms

摘要

As is known a clutch release mechanism (M) employs a bearing assembly with a rotatable race (10) serving to actuate a clutch and a stationary race (12) supported by a hub or thrust sleeve (17) to which external force (F) is applied. The bearing assembly is permitted to move bodily radially to achieve self-alignment with the clutch. In accordance with the invention, a chamber (24) is provided radially adjacent the stationary race (12) and contains a filler medium displaced by the radial adjustment of the bearing assembly.