Patent ID: 7057977
Filing Date: 2006-06-06
Classification: G04C

Abstract:
1. A bridge for use in a timepiece module that itself comprises a frame assembly, at least three stepping motors each comprising at least a stator and rotor, and a plurality of gears assemblies, wherein the bridge comprises: a first section having a first top surface area; a second section, having a second top surface area, and spaced apart from the first section; a third section, having a third top surface area, and spaced apart from the first and second sections; a first connecting member connecting the first section to the second section, a second connecting member connecting the second section to the third section and a third connecting member connecting the third section to the first section; wherein: the channel opening is substantially larger in area than the surface area of any of the first, second or third connecting members; and wherein one of the stators and rotors lie intermediate the first section and the frame assembly; another stator and rotor lies intermediate the second section and the frame assembly; and at least a third stator and rotor lies intermediate the third section and the frame assembly.