(under subclass 170.1) Device wherein the means (a) can be moved positively and at will and (b) can be retained in any one of a multiplicity of different positions.
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33+, for a device having a bearing which automatically adjusts in response to shaft speed or torque.
113, for a device having a shaft* lubricating, sealing, packing, or bearing means comprising an assembly supported for movement to any of a plurality of selected positions and further comprising an internal working fluid* connection.
126+, for a device having a casing* which may have a seal, bearing, or liner attached to and movable with the casing for adjustment.
129+, for a device having a runner selectively adjustable relative to a casing which adjustment may alter a bearing, seal, or liner between the runner and a static part.
132, for a device having an axially movable bearing supporting the end of a shaft* to adjust the shaft. 173.2, for a device having a selectively adjustable bearing, seal, or liner between a blade* edge and a static part.
