Chain link to follow curve

I'm trying to simulate this chain so that when I pull on either end the chain it has to always move horizontal only and maintain an inner gap of 30mm between the inner edge of the chain on either side. I tried to use pattern but that did not work. I also try to create a reference curve and have the links tangent to the curve but that did not work either. Thanks for any help.

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