CPC F16H 55/12 (2013.01) [A01D 57/12 (2013.01); F16H 55/30 (2013.01); A01D 34/04 (2013.01); F16H 55/17 (2013.01)] | 12 Claims |
1. A multi-segment sprocket comprising:
a first partial annular sprocket having a plurality of first teeth about a periphery thereof and a first end that includes a first flange;
a second partial annular sprocket having a plurality of second teeth about a periphery thereof and a second end that includes a second flange; and
a first fastener formed by the first flange and second flange,
wherein the first flange is a first half lap and the second flange is a second half lap configured to form a joint with the first half lap,
wherein the first half lap includes a portion of at least one of the first teeth and the second half lap includes a portion of at least one of the second teeth, and
wherein the portion of the at least one of the first teeth and the portion of the at least one of the second teeth form at least one complete tooth when the joint is formed.
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