| 摘要 |
This invention relates to new and useful improvements in devices that convert rotary motion into unidirectional motion by varying the radius of gyration of a plurality of gyrating masses which gyrate in a plane that is perpendicular to the axis of rotation. An improved mechanism, comprised of a normally stationary crank-like shaft, is disclosed for changing the direction of the resultant force and for continuously varying the radius of gyration of the gyrating masses. Also an improved means of support for the gyrating masses is disclosed which permits the use of linear motion bearings in order to substantially reduce the friction and wear of the slidable gyrating masses and their associated supporting structure.
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