Patent ID: 7191696
Filing Date: 2007-03-20
Classification: F15B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A rotary actuator assembly comprising: a power supply; first and second pistons each movable in response to the supply of power; a body with a cavity disposed therein; a single rotating element, a portion of which is located interior of the body in the cavity; at least one seal located between the power supply and the single rotating element to prevent fluid communication therebetween; a first cable portion attached to the first piston and the single rotating element; and a second cable portion attached to the second piston and the single rotating element; wherein the single rotating element pivots about an axis in response to movement by the first and second pistons; wherein the single rotating element comprises a base that is located at least partially exterior of the body; and wherein the base is configured to receive an attachment that is pivotable about the axis.