Invention Grant
- Patent Title: Tuning device for stringed musical instrument
- Patent Title (中): 弦乐器调音装置
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Application No.: US12404794Application Date: 2009-03-16
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Publication No.: US07659466B1Publication Date: 2010-02-09
- Inventor: Jin Tae Jang
- Applicant: Jin Tae Jang
- Agency: IPLA P.A.
- Agent James E. Bame
- Main IPC: G10D3/14
- IPC: G10D3/14

Abstract:
A tuning device for a stringed musical instrument comprising a socket to receive a peg of the instrument, a shaft rotatably connected to the socket, a motor to induce rotation of the shaft, a first gear to reduce the shaft rotation and increase torque from the motor, the first gear being engaged to the motor, a second gear to exponentially reduce the reduced shaft rotation, the second gear being engaged between the shaft and the first gear, a cutter to trim a string of the instrument, and a housing to cover and protect the shaft, the motor, and the gears, where the cutter is attached to the housing opposing the socket.
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