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ForcedSynchronization Clutch The last type of brake assembly we will discuss is
the shaft brake assembly. Shaft brake assemblies are
The forcedsynchronization type of clutch requires installed only on FFG7 class ships. The shaft brake
ship’s service air and MRG LO availability before assembly is also a singledisc caliper brake assembly,
normal engagement can occur. The clutch is made up such as the PT brake assembly we just described
of a friction pack and dental clutch assembly. The Consisting of two complete units, a shaft brake
friction pack is needed to bring the GTM input shaft assembly is mounted on each starboard first reduction
speed to within 11 rpm of the first reduction pinion. quill shaft. Once all permissive are met, the single
Once the speed permissive are met, air pressure is purpose of thiS brake is to stop MRG rotation.
applied to the dental clutch to complete engagement.
When the dental clutch is engaged, all torque is MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT AND
transmitted from the GTM input shaft to the MRG's first COMPONENTS
reduction pinion. This clutch assembly also houses a
frictiontype PT brake that serves two purposes. The The maintenance of the clutch and brake assemblies
primary purpose of the PT brake is to stop and hold the and associated equipment and components is normally
PT stationary. If the PT brake is used with an engaged done according to the PMS. General cleaning, tests, and
clutch, the PT brake also acts as a shaft brake. The inspections will be your primary concern. Because of
forcedsynchronization clutch is being phased out of the good operational track record associated with the
Navy service in favor of the SSS clutch. SSS clutches, troubleshooting and repairs should be
minimal. This good operational record is the main
Synchro SelfShifting Clutch r e a s o n the Navy is p h a s i n g o u t t h e
forcedsynchronization type of clutch in favor of the
Like the forcedsynchronization clutch, the SSS SSS clutch.
clutch performs the same functions by transmitting
In the following paragraphs, we will discuss some
engine torque through the input shaft to the MRG first
general maintenance and repair practices associated
reduction pinion. It does not, however, require any
with clutch and brake assemblies. You, the GS
external controls to perform the engagement sequence. supervisor, must be familiar with these practices so you
For clutch engagement to occur, the SSS clutch requires
can properly supervise maintenance and repairs.
only that the input shaft speed be greater than the speed
of the first reduction pinion. The SSS clutch is fully Cleaning
automatic. By design, centrifugal force causes the main
sliding member to move and engage with the output
The cleaning of the clutch and brake assemblies is
assembly.
done primarily when the MRG is cleaned Cleaning the
Depending on the ship class, the SSS clutch system clutch assembly is limited to external cleaning. Pay
uses two different types of PT brake assemblies. The attention to the areas around the inspection and access
CG47 and DD963 class ships have a similar PT brake cover plates and the clutch position indicating ports.
assembly. The PT brake assembly is an internally
The cleaning of externally mounted brake
housed friction clutch design that is mounted to, but
assemblies requires a little more effort. To properly and
operates independently of, the SSS clutch assembly.
thoroughly clean any of the external brake assemblies,
There is one main difference between the CG47 class
you must remove the guard screen. Once you remove
ships brake and the one installed on the DD963 class
the screen, pay particular attention to removing any dust
ships. The CG47 brake cannot be used as a shaft brake.
accumulation on the brake and to the cleanliness of the
Because of the SSS clutch design, even if the brake is
disc. It is important that you keep dust accumulation to
applied with the clutch engaged, the clutch will
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disengage once the PT input speed drops below the a minimum. Once dust mixes with oil, it can be
deposited on the brake disc or absorbed into the pads.
speed of the first pinion.
Excessive dust and/or oil accumulation can seriously
The other type of PT brake assembly is the one degrade the brake’s operation.
installed on the DDG51 and FFG7 class ships. This is
a singledisc caliper brake assembly that is externally Tests and Inspections
mounted to each PT input shaft. These brakes are used
with the SSS type of clutch in which their only purpose Unless a casualty occurs to either the clutch or brake
is to stop and hold the PT stationary when required. assemblies, all tests and inspections are performed
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