A leaf chain consists of a series of link plates alternately assembled with pins in such a way that the joint is free to articulate between adjoining pitches. Typical assemblies are depicted in Figs. 1 and 2.

A leaf chain consists of a series of link plates alternately assembled with pins in such a way that the joint is free to articulate between adjoining pitches. Typical assemblies are depicted in Figs. 1 and 2.