Patent ID: 6098670
Filing Date: 2000-08-08
Classification: D03D

Abstract:
Apparatus for applying substantially uniform tension to warp threads along a warp thread path in a weaving machine comprising:a carrier element mounted for rotation along a longitudinal axis substantially normal to the path of the warp threads;a tensioner element for contacting the warp threads across the warp thread path, the tensioner element centrally symmetrically pivotally mounted about longitudinal axis of the carrier element with respect to the warp thread path;a drive apparatus for applying a force to the carrier element; and,a connection for receiving the force from the drive apparatus and transmitting torque centrally and symmetrically to the carrier element, the connection applying torque to the centrally and symmetrically to the carrier element whereby the tensioner element as centrally symmetrically pivotally mounted about longitudinal axis of the carrier element maintains a uniform tension on the warp threads along the warp thread path.