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27-11-2014 дата публикации

Устройство для стабилизации автомобиля против движения с креном

Номер: RU0000148298U1
Автор: Ральф ШМИРЕР
Принадлежит: Форд Глобал Технолоджис, ЛЛК

1. Устройство для стабилизации автомобиля против движения с креном, которое включает в себя U-образный торсион, удлиненное основание которого соединено с рамой автомобиля, а каждый конец соединен с правым или левым направляющим элементом колеса при помощи одной соединительной штанги (10; 20; 30; 40), отличающееся тем, что каждая соединительная штанга (10; 20; 30; 40) имеет абсорбер вибраций (11; 21, 22; 31-35; 41, 42) для снижения показателей NVH, выполненный с возможностью противодействовать колебаниям соединительной штанги (10; 20; 30; 40) или соединенного с ней направляющего элемента колеса только в одном или нескольких заранее заданных диапазонах частот.2. Устройство по п. 1, которое вместе с направляющими элементами является компонентом подвески колес МакФерсон, предпочтительно передней подвески МакФерсон.3. Устройство по п. 1 или 2, в котором абсорберы вибраций выполнены в виде пассивных абсорберов вибраций (11; 21, 22).4. Устройство по п. 3, в котором каждый абсорбер вибраций имеет колеблющуюся массу в виде вытянутого эластичного выступа или ребра (11), продольная кромка которого прикреплена к соответствующей соединительной штанге (10).5. Устройство по п. 3, в котором каждый абсорбер вибраций имеет колеблющуюся массу в виде одной или нескольких продолговатых колодок (21), которые присоединены к соответствующей соединительной штанге (20) с помощью эластичных элементов (22).6. Устройство по п. 1 или 2, в котором каждый абсорбер вибраций выполнен в виде активного включаемого абсорбера вибраций (31-35), колеблющаяся масса (33; 42) которого соединена с соответствующей соединительной штангой (30, 40) посредством электрического исполнительного механизма (32; 41).7. Устро РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 148 298 U1 (51) МПК B60G 13/16 (2006.01) B60G 21/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2014128946/11, 15.07.2014 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: ...

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18-04-2017 дата публикации

Кронштейн рессоры транспортного средства

Номер: RU0000170215U1
Автор: Айдар Анварович Зиятдинов, Евгений Иванчишин, Фарит Талгатович Гаттаров
Принадлежит: Публичное акционерное общество "КАМАЗ"

Полезная модель относится к подвескам транспортных средств и может быть использована для крепления концов рессор транспортных средств. Кронштейн рессоры транспортного средства изготовлен в виде единой цельноформенной детали сложной геометрической формы и содержит выступающую вверх стойку (1), имеющую привалочные плоскости (2), (3), (4), проушины (5) и (6), выступающие вниз, расположенные параллельно друг другу и имеющие на концах сквозные отверстия (7), ребра жесткости (8) и (9). Стойка (1) выполнена в виде «раковины» и соединяет привалочные плоскости (4), имеющие отверстия (10), с плоскостью проушины (5). Проушина (6) выполнена с углублением, имеющим скругленные границы. На стойке (1) расположены отверстия (11) и сквозное центральное отверстие (12). Плоскость проушин (5) и (6) стойки (1) разделяет большое ребро (8), а на боковых привалочных плоскостях (2) и (3) расположены дополнительные ребра жесткости (9). На боковых привалочных плоскостях (2) и (3) имеются резьбовые отверстия (13), при этом на боковой привалочной плоскости (2) расположен паз (14). В торце боковой привалочной плоскости (3) расположены резьбовые отверстия (15). Был создан компактный кронштейн рессоры транспортного средства с объединением нескольких кронштейнов в одном, что позволило исключить необходимость в других дополнительных деталях и расширить функциональные возможности. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 170 215 U1 (51) МПК B60G 3/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21)(22) Заявка: 2016131309, 28.07.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 28.07.2016 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Публичное акционерное общество "КАМАЗ" (RU) 18.04.2017 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 28.07.2016 148748 U1, 10.12.2014. RU 119685 U1, 27.08.2012. Адрес для переписки: 423827, РТ, г. Набережные Челны, пр. Автозаводский, 2, ПАО "КАМАЗ", НТЦ, БПЛиИР, И.Я. Бурганову 1 7 0 2 1 5 R U (57) Формула полезной ...

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02-11-2018 дата публикации

Штанга задней подвески автомобиля

Номер: RU0000184669U1
Автор: Михаил Владимирович Тимошин, Ярослав Евгеньевич Андряков
Принадлежит: Михаил Владимирович Тимошин, Ярослав Евгеньевич Андряков

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения и предназначена для использования на легковых автомобилях, а именно для продольных и поперечных штанг задней подвески автомобиля. Предлагаемое устройство направлено на достижение следующего технического результата: уменьшение перемещения шарнира, уменьшение перемещения кузова относительно моста автомобиля, обеспечение устойчивости автомобиля при резких ускорениях и торможении, а также на скользкой дороге, устранение вырывания внутренней распорной втулки из эластичной втулки, выполненной, например, из резины и устранение вырывания этой же эластичной втулки из наружной обоймы и увеличение срока эксплуатации штанги задней подвески. Поставленная задача решается за счет того, что штанга задней подвески автомобиля содержит длинномерное тело, проушины, шарнирный узел, состоящий из эластичного элемента, выполненного в виде мостиков, внутренней металлической распорной втулки, наружной металлической обоймы, причем наружная металлическая обойма, имеющая форму цилиндра, и внутренняя распорная втулка привулканизованы или приклеены к мостикам эластичного элемента, вершинами, примыкающими к внутренней распорной втулке, а основанием - к цилиндрическому корпусу, а шарнирный узел в сборе обжат по наружному металлическому корпусу и запрессован в проушину цилиндрической формы с необходимым натягом, исключающим его перемещение. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 184 669 U1 (51) МПК B60Q 3/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B60G 3/00 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2017130053, 24.08.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Андряков Ярослав Евгеньевич (RU), Тимошин Михаил Владимирович (RU) Дата регистрации: 02.11.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 171647 U1, 08.06.2017. DE 19952325 A1, 04.05.2000. RU 137521 U1, 20.02.2014. JP H08177918 A, 12.07.1996. US 4537420 A, 27.08.1985. (45 ...

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28-08-2019 дата публикации

Задняя автобусная подвеска

Номер: RU0000191907U1
Автор: Айдар Анварович Зиятдинов, Виталий Михайлович Мартемьянов, Ильнур Асхатович Шайхутдинов, Тимур Наилович Мансуров, Фарит Талгатович Гаттаров
Принадлежит: Публичное акционерное общество "КАМАЗ"

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к задним автобусным подвескам. Задняя автобусная подвеска содержит балку моста (1), пневматические рессоры (2) и амортизаторы (3), установленные на опорных элементах, верхние реактивные штанги (4), нижние реактивные штанги (5), поперечные балки (6) и (7), соединенные с опорными элементами. Опорные элементы выполнены в виде верхних (8) и нижних (9), (10) опорных пластин, имеющих форму дуги большого радиуса, расположенных параллельно друг другу и снабженных уголками (11). Верхние пластины (8) и две нижние пластины (9) одними своими концами приварены к концам поперечных балок (6) и (7), размещенных с двух сторон относительно балки моста (1). Пневматические рессоры (2) закреплены своими опорными поверхностями на верхних пластинах (8). Амортизаторы (3) закреплены на нижних пластинах (9), (10) через кронштейны (17). На верхних концах амортизаторов (3) имеются проушины (18) с закрепленными в них кронштейнами (19) для крепления к каркасу (12) автобуса. Технический результат заключается в упрощении и облегчении конструкции подвески без потери ее жесткости. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 191 907 U1 (51) МПК B60G 3/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B60G 3/00 (2019.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019113670, 30.04.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 28.08.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 28.08.2019 Бюл. № 25 U 1 1 9 1 9 0 7 R U (54) ЗАДНЯЯ АВТОБУСНАЯ ПОДВЕСКА (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к задним автобусным подвескам. Задняя автобусная подвеска содержит балку моста (1), пневматические рессоры (2) и амортизаторы (3), установленные на опорных элементах, верхние реактивные штанги (4), нижние реактивные штанги (5), поперечные балки (6) и (7), соединенные с опорными элементами. Опорные элементы выполнены в виде верхних (8) и ...

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01-10-2020 дата публикации

Подвеска управляемого колеса транспортного средства

Номер: RU0000200022U1
Автор: Валерий Николаевич Лата, Галижан Хамитович Кулумбетов, Иван Николаевич Алексенко, Сергей Николаевич Мясников
Принадлежит: Акционерное общество "АвтоВАЗ"

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения и может быть использована в конструкциях передних подвесок транспортных средств.Подвеска управляемого колеса 1 транспортного средства, включает: нижний рычаг 2 с тремя концами, соединенный через наружный опорный шаровой шарнир 3 опорного конца 4 с нижней рычажной частью 5 поворотного кулака 6, а внутренними передним 7 и задним 8 шарнирами соответствующих переднего 9 и заднего 10 концов с лонжероном 11 подрамника 12 транспортного средства; амортизаторную стойку 13, закрепленную нижней частью корпуса 14 с верхней рычажной частью 15 поворотного кулака 6 и имеющую сверху верхнюю опору 16, предназначенную для крепления к кузову транспортного средства; ступицу 17, размещенную в подшипнике 18 поворотного кулака 6 и предназначенную для соединения со шлицевым валом 19 наружного шарнира 20 привода колеса; тормозной диск 21, закрепленный на ступице 17; штангу стабилизатора поперечной устойчивости 23, закрепленную средней частью 24 с лонжеронами 11 подрамника 12 и соединенную соответствующим концом 25 с одним из составляющих элементов 26 подвески соответствующего колеса 1.Нижний рычаг 2 подвески выполнен в форме бумеранга, изогнутое основное тело 27 которого объединяет опорный 4 и задний 10 концы, а передний конец 9 выполнен в виде выступа от средней зоны основного тела 27. Передний шарнир 7 нижнего рычага 2 подвески выполнен в виде горизонтально ориентированного сален-блока. Задний шарнир 8 нижнего рычага 2 подвески выполнен в виде вертикально ориентированного сален-блока. Конец 25 штанги стабилизатора поперечной устойчивости 23 соединен с нижним шарниром 37 составляющего элемента 26 подвески, выполненного в виде стойки и соединенного своим верхним шарниром 38 с корпусом 14 амортизаторной стойки 13.В поперечном сечении подвески, совпадающим с осевым сечением ступицы 17, ось «α» поворота колеса 1, расположенная в плоскости этих сечений с прохождением через центр сферы «А» наружного опорного шарового шарнира 3 и ...

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21-06-2012 дата публикации

Control arm for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20120153592A1
Автор: Florian Hessing, Oliver Mielke, Tobias Ebbing
Принадлежит: Benteler Automobiltechnik GmbH

A control arm for a motor vehicle includes a single-shell base body having a flat bottom and lateral legs which are formed by bending the bottom. Attached to the base body are plural bearings, with at least one of the lateral legs having a recess provided between two of the bearings.

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12-07-2012 дата публикации

King-Pin Height Adjuster

Номер: US20120175852A1
Автор: John Buschena, Mark Crowley, Nathan Low
Принадлежит: AGCO Corp

A height adjuster may be provided. The height adjuster may comprise a hydraulic lift cylinder and a ram configured to receive the hydraulic lift cylinder. The height adjuster may further comprise a wheel motor housing connected to a lower end of the ram. A lower end of the hydraulic lift cylinder may be connected to the wheel housing. In addition, the height adjuster may comprise a king-pin configured to receive the ram.

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20-12-2012 дата публикации

Linkage Lift Mechanism for Off-Road Vehicle

Номер: US20120318588A1
Автор: Adam Thurmer, Brian T. Coulter, Glen D. Kroese
Принадлежит: AGCO Corp

A self-propelled implement may include a suspension arrangement with a suspension spring, an elevation toggling linkage, and a wheel. The suspension spring may support a main frame of the self-propelled implement at a sprung end. The elevation toggling linkage may be mounted at an unsprung end of the suspension spring. The elevation toggling linkage may be used to configure the self-propelled implement at a raised elevation or a lowered elevation.

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21-03-2013 дата публикации

Independent Wheel Suspension for a Spring-Mounted Steerable Wheel

Номер: US20130069336A1
Автор: Horsch Michael
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Disclosed is an independent wheel suspension () for a steerable wheel () having a motor (). The motor is connected via a linear guide (), which is movable in an approximately vertical direction (A), to a revolute joint () which produces a steering connection, pivotable about an at least approximately vertically running axis of rotation (B), to a vehicle frame (). The linear guide () is coupled to a fluidic spring and/or damping element () which forms a load-bearing constituent part of the revolute joint (). 11371757739597. An independent wheel suspension () for a steerable wheel () of a vehicle , in particular an agricultural towing , transport or specialty vehicle having a steering column () which cooperates with a linear guide () movable in an approximately vertical direction (A) via a revolute joint () , wherein the revolute joint () creates a steering connection to a vehicle frame () pivotable around an at least approximately vertically running axis of rotation (B) and wherein the linear guide () is coupled to a fluidic spring and/or damping element () which forms a load-bearing component of the revolute joint ().2917. An independent wheel suspension according to in which at least parts of the fluidic spring and/or damping element () project into or are integrated in the steering column ().3917. An independent wheel suspension according to in which the fluidic spring and/or damping element () is arranged in the steering column () as an integrated component.4179. An independent wheel suspension according to in which the steering column () is designed as a cylinder or lifting cylinder for the fluidic spring and/or damping element ().55337. An independent wheel suspension according to in which the linear guide () is equipped with a drive motor () for driving the steerable wheel ().6555725272357aaa. An independent wheel suspension according to in which the linear guide () is formed with a slide () claim 1 , wherein the slide () and the revolute joint () each ...

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Номер записи: 9
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Suspension Device for a Vehicle

Номер: US20130106074A1
Автор: Koku Ahmet Bugra, Konukseven Erhan Ilhan, Kul Mustafa Cihangir
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This invention relates to a suspension particularly for every type of land vehicles and additionally for robotic applications, which can be used in bilateral operations, such as fully automated unmanned vehicles that can be driven on both sides (up and down) or in robots which can be capable of executing multi functional movements. 17-. (canceled)8. A bilateral operating suspension for damping vertical forces created by movements of a tire structure and a vehicle body in the opposite vertical directions relative to each other , comprising; a suspension tire structure connector; a suspension vehicle body connector; a plurality of slider beds; a plurality of slider stoppers; an upper end slider; a lower end slider; a piston; and a spring; wherein the bilateral operating suspension is assembled to the vehicle body and the tire structure by the suspension vehicle body connector and the suspension tire structure connector; and wherein the plurality of slider beds are fixed to the suspension vehicle body connector and the suspension tire structure connector by the plurality of slider stoppers.91. The bilateral operating suspension of claim wherein the suspension vehicle body connector and the suspension tire structure connector form a casing for the the plurality of slider beds , the plurality of slider stoppers , the upper end slider , the piston and the spring.10. The bilateral operating suspension as in wherein the plurality of slider beds provides a free slide of the upper end slider and the lower end slider in the direction of it's own axis.11. The bilateral operating suspension as in wherein the plurality of slider stoppers are used to fix the plurality of slider beds to the suspension vehicle body connector and to the suspension tire structure connector.12. The bilateral operating suspension as in wherein the upper end slider and the lower end slider are connected to the piston on both sides of the piston by using the spring and the upper end slider and the lower ...

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Номер записи: 10
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Single-Pivot Type Suspension Strut Axle

Номер: US20130113177A1
Автор: GLANZER Michael, Schmidt Roland, SEETHALER Ludwig
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A single-pivot suspension strut axle for a passenger car, includes a wheel carrier/pivot bearing carrying the wheel and a brake disk non-rotatably connected with the wheel relative to a rotational axis thereof. A suspension strut is fastened to the wheel carrier/pivot bearing and, at another end, is supported at the vehicle body. The wheel carrier/pivot bearing is guided by a supporting joint situated close to the wheel center plane by a lower control arm, representing an A-arm, and by a tie rod. A section of the control arm connected with the supporting joint projects through the ring-shaped brake disk. A leaf spring element oriented in the transverse direction of the vehicle provides proportional support for the vehicle body on the wheel, and is supported, on one side, at the control arm and, on another side, directly or indirectly, at the vehicle body. 1. A single-pivot suspension strut axle for a motor vehicle , comprising:a ring-shaped brake disk having an interior and an exterior edge;one of a wheel carrier and a pivot bearing operatively configured to carry a wheel and the brake disk, the brake disk being non-rotatably connected to the wheel with respect to a rotational axis of the wheel;a suspension strut fastened to the wheel carrier or pivot bearing at one end, and supported at a vehicle body at another end;a lower control arm being operatively configured to guide the wheel carrier or pivot bearing via a supporting joint situated close to a wheel center plane, the lower control arm constituting an A-arm;a tie rod operatively configured to also guide the wheel carrier or pivot bearing; andwherein a section of the lower control arm that connects with the supporting joint extends through the ring-shaped brake disk.2. The single pivot suspension strut axle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a leaf spring element operatively configured for proportional support of the vehicle body on the wheel, the leaf spring element being oriented at least partially in ...

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Номер записи: 11
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Device for controlling the angle of tilt of a frame mounted on a tiltable wheel set

Номер: US20130161919A1
Автор: Gilles Schaeffer, Jerome Gaillard-Groleas
Принадлежит: VELEANCE

The present invention relates to a device mounted on a wheel set that comprises: a rocker beam 14 connected firstly to a tiltable frame 10 by means of a shock absorber 17 and secondly to two oscillating arms 7, 8 via two connecting rods 13, 15; and blocking means 27 having a first anchor point on said rocker beam 14. Furthermore, the device comprises decoupling means constituted by a horizontal lever 21 and a vertical lever 22 that are connected together by a connection point 24 about which they are capable of pivoting, the free ends of said levers being connected respectively to said frame and to said rocker beam, the second anchor point of said blocking means 27 being on said decoupling means. The invention also provides a vehicle, in particular a quadricycle, provided with the device.

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Номер записи: 12
01-08-2013 дата публикации

Crosswise adjustable wheel

Номер: US20130193661A1
Автор: FAN JIANHUA
Принадлежит:

A crosswise adjustable wheel system () for a vehicle () having at least two wheels (). The crosswise adjustable wheel system () has a wheel (), an axle (), at least one sleeve (), and an adjustment system (). The wheel () has a receiver part (), one end of the axle () connects to the receiver part () of the wheel (), near the end () of the axle (), a universal axle () may be used while the crosswise adjustable wheel system () been used in front of a vehicle (), several connect parts () disposed on the sleeve () to fix-the wheel system () on to a vehicle () with an angle (), between the wheel () and ground () has a distance () on natural position (), while the wheel () been pulled slant out to support position (), the wheel () touched ground () due to the angle. 1. An at least two wheel vehicle apparatus , comprising:an at least two wheel vehicle; andat least one crosswise adjustable wheel system, the at least one crosswise adjustable wheel system having a wheel, an axle, at least one sleeve; andthe wheel fixed on the axle, the axle held by at least one sleeve, connect parts on the sleeve fixed the crosswise adjustable wheel system to the vehicle with an angle.2. The vehicle apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an adjustment system claim 1 , wherein the adjustment system fixed into the vehicle and connecting to the crosswise adjustable wheel system claim 1 , the adjustment system adjusts the crosswise adjustable wheel.3. The vehicle apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the crosswise adjustable wheel having a distance to ground at natural position and reached ground when the wheel been adjusted to support position.4. The vehicle apparatus in claim 1 , wherein a universal axle may be used when the crosswise adjustable wheel system located on the near front of the vehicle.5. The vehicle apparatus in claim 1 , wherein the crosswise adjustable wheel system may be connected to the vehicle turning wheel system when the it's located on the near front of the vehicle.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 13
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Knuckle and bushing assembly

Номер: US20130232765A1
Автор: Michelle Anne Darcy-Sharma
Принадлежит: Diversified Machine Inc

A suspension coupling for use in a vehicle suspension system the suspension coupling including a knuckle and bushing assembly wherein the knuckle member is a cast aluminum piece having a passage for receiving a two-piece bushing having a formed, metal inner member and a molded, elastomeric outer member having extension members at each end. The bushing member is press-fit into the knuckle member and exhibits higher stiffness in the radial and axial directions and lower stiffness in the torsional and conical directions.

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Номер записи: 14
19-09-2013 дата публикации

Front Wheel Suspension on a Two-Track Vehicle

Номер: US20130241166A1
Автор: BINKOWSKI Bernd, BOROMANDI Farshad, ERTLMAIER Stephan, FERNANDEZ Ana, HOISS Franz, JAKOB Benjamin, PAINTMAYER Peter, POETTER Kurt, WOELFL Anton
Принадлежит: Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft

A front wheel suspension on a two-track vehicle having a wheel carrier or pivot bearing guided by an articulated suspension link is provided with an add-on part arranged such that during an impact of the vehicle on an obstacle which penetrates into the space bridged by the suspension link between a wheel and an axle support or vehicle body, the add-on part forms a lever arm on an articulated connection of the suspension link to separate the link by opening or destroying the connection. Separation of the articulated connection allows the vehicle wheel to be displaced laterally away from the vehicle interior. The add-on part may be fastened by a fastening screw of the articulation connection or be an extension of the screw. The add-on part may have a bead or a punch ring which has a destructive effect on the articulated connection during impact-caused displacement of the add-on part. 1. A front wheel suspension on a two-track vehicle , comprising:at least one of a wheel carrier and a pivot bearing;at least one suspension link arranged to guide the at least one of the wheel carrier and the pivot bearing by way of two articulated connections with the at least one of the wheel carrier and the pivot bearing and at least one of an axle support and a body of the two-track vehicle; anda suspension link separating device,wherein the suspension link separating device is arranged to separate the at least one suspension link to displace a wheel carried by the at least one of the wheel carrier and the pivot bearing away from an interior of the vehicle toward a longitudinal side of the vehicle when an impact of the vehicle on an obstacle causes at least one of the obstacle and another object to penetrate into a vehicle front section space bridged by the at least one suspension link and extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle front between the two articulated connections of the at least one suspension link.2. The front wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 15
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Electric Motor

Номер: US20130300218A1
Автор: Ian W. Hunter, Timothy A. Fofonoff
Принадлежит: Nucleus Scientific Inc

A rotary and linear motion device includes a magnetic stator assembly, opposed electromagnetic actuators, and a linear-to-rotary converter (e.g., cam). Each electromagnetic actuator includes a coil that is configured to reciprocate relative to the magnetic stator assembly or to linearly translate in a common direction relative to the magnetic stator assembly. The electromagnetic actuators are coupled to the linear-to-rotary converter and upon reciprocation or linear translation, drive the linear-to-rotary converter in rotary or linear motion. The device may be located inside a wheel, which may be part of a vehicle. If part of a wheel of a vehicle, the device can be used to provide propulsion, steering, braking, and suspension for the vehicle.

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Номер записи: 16
26-12-2013 дата публикации

SUSPENSION DEVICE FOR VEHICLE, AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING SHOCK ABSORBER

Номер: US20130341881A1
Автор: Kawabe Yoshihiro, Koide Reo, Mori Masatoshi, Nakajima Keiichi
Принадлежит:

A vehicle suspension apparatus includes: a road-wheel-side member that supports a road wheel rotatably; a lower link member that links the road-wheel-side member to a vehicle body such that the road-wheel-side member swings with respect to the vehicle body in a vehicle vertical direction; a vehicle-body-side member of a vehicle body, wherein the lower link member is attached to the vehicle-body-side member; and a shock absorber, wherein a lower end of the shock absorber is connected to one of the road-wheel-side member and the lower link member, and wherein an upper end of the shock absorber is connected to the vehicle body at a position rearward with respect to the lower end in a vehicle longitudinal direction. This serves to improve load support performance in the vehicle longitudinal direction. 1. A vehicle suspension apparatus comprising:a road-wheel-side member that supports a road wheel rotatably;a lower link member that links the road-wheel-side member to a vehicle body such that the road-wheel-side member swings with respect to the vehicle body in a vehicle vertical direction;a vehicle-body-side member of a vehicle body, wherein the lower link member is attached to the vehicle-body-side member; anda shock absorber, wherein a lower end of the shock absorber is connected to one of the road-wheel-side member and the lower link member, and wherein an upper end of the shock absorber is connected to the vehicle body at a position rearward with respect to the lower end in a vehicle longitudinal direction.2. The vehicle suspension apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the lower link member includes a front-side lower link member and a rear-side lower link member, wherein the front-side lower link member and the rear-side lower link member are arranged in the vehicle longitudinal direction; andthe lower end of the shock absorber is connected to the lower link member at a position within a region from a first axis to a second axis, wherein the first axis passes ...

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Номер записи: 17
26-12-2013 дата публикации

REAR AXLE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130341882A1
Автор: EHRLICH Dirk, Harder Michael
Принадлежит:

A rear axle is provided for a motor vehicle, in particular a passenger car, with two independent wheel suspensions, each of which include, but is not limited to a wheel carrier and a three-link arrangement connected therewith in an articulated manner with a longitudinal link and two transverse links. The two transverse links are each arranged in vehicle longitudinal direction next to each other, and with a transverse leaf spring arrangement, which is connected to the two independent wheel suspensions. 1. A rear axle for a motor vehicle , comprising ,a first wheel suspension; anda second wheel suspension that is indepdendent of the first wheel suspension,wherein the first wheel suspension and the second wheel suspension comprisesa wheel carrier;a three-link arrangement connected in an articulated manner to the wheel carrier and with a longitudinal link and two transverse links,wherein the two transverse links are each arranged in a vehicle longitudinal direction next to one another, and with a transverse leaf spring arrangement that is connected to the first wheel suspension and the second wheel suspension.2. The rear axle according to claim 1 , wherein the two transverse links are arranged in the vehicle longitudinal direction on both sides of the transverse leaf spring arrangement.3. The rear axle according to claim 1 , wherein joints claim 1 , in which the two transverse links are connected to the wheel carrier for connecting the two transverse links to the motor vehicle are arranged in a vehicle vertical direction at least substantially at the same height.4. The rear axle according to claim 1 , wherein the transverse leaf spring arrangement is connected at least substantially at a height of a wheel center of the wheel carrier.5. The rear axle according to claim 1 , wherein the transverse leaf spring arrangement is connected in the articulated manner to the wheel carrier in particular via a swing support.6. The rear axle according to claim 5 , wherein the swing ...

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Номер записи: 18
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Travel device for transport vehicle

Номер: US20130341883A1
Автор: Hiroki Kobayashi, Kazunari Sakurai
Принадлежит: Individual

Travel devices for a transport vehicle are arranged in a longitudinal direction and a width direction of a loading platform to allow traveling of the loading platform. In this travel device, an arm includes an upper end turnably supported at a lower portion of the loading platform. The arm includes a lower end where an axle box is supported swingably in up and down directions. A wheel has a mid-plane that intersects with a swing plane of an axle shaft disposed at the axle box, and is supported at the axle shaft. Accordingly, this ensures a small vehicle width L 2 of the transport vehicle.

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Номер записи: 19
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Tractor having reinforced buffering function

Номер: US20140015213A1
Автор: Joong-Ho Kim
Принадлежит: Daeho Co Ltd

Disclosed herein is a tractor having a reinforced buffering function. The tractor includes: an upper link ( 51 ) and a lower link ( 52 ) which are hinged to upper and lower portions of a front axle ( 50 ) to form four-bar link structures on the left and right portions of the front axle; buffer cylinders ( 53 ) installed on the left and right portions of the front axle to provide a buffering structure for absorbing shock applied to the front axle; a pair of arms ( 61 ) installed on left and right portions of a rear axle ( 60 ) such that the arms are movable with respect to only the vertical direction; and buffer cylinders ( 62 ) respectively provided on the left and right portions of the rear axle to provide a buffering structure for absorbing shock applied to the rear axle, thereby more effectively absorbing shock applied to the front and rear axles of the tractor.

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Номер записи: 20
23-01-2014 дата публикации

Mounting structure for in-wheel motor system

Номер: US20140020966A1
Автор: Chung Seong LEE
Принадлежит: Mando Corp

Disclosed herein is a mounting structure for an in-wheel motor system. The mounting structure includes the in-wheel motor system installed in a wheel of the vehicle, and a torsion beam axle (TBA) assembly to fix the in-wheel motor system to a vehicle body, wherein a rear portion of a motor housing includes a step portion formed in a stepped manner to have a decreased diameter, and a ring-shaped fastening face vertically arranged from the step portion, and the TBA assembly includes a trailing arm provided with a through hole to surround the step portion of the motor housing, a mount integrated with the trailing arm to fix the trailing arm to a vehicle body, and a plurality of fastening bolts to fix the motor housing to the trailing arm, wherein, when the step portion is fitted and coupled into the through hole, the fastening face closely contacts the trailing arm.

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Номер записи: 21
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Strut Assembly Including A Bearing Sleeve Having A Radial Protrusion

Номер: US20180001727A1
Автор: Prevot Benoit
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A strut assembly including a reservoir tube that extends about and along a center axis and has an interior surface and defines a chamber. A bearing sleeve is disposed in the chamber of the reservoir tube and extends about and along the center axis between a proximal end and a distal end. The bearing sleeve presents an inner surface and an outer surface. A damper body tube is disposed in the bearing sleeve and is moveable relative to the bearing sleeve. A piston assembly is disposed in the damper body tube. The outer surface of the bearing sleeve has a tubular portion and a protrusion portion that extends radially outwardly relative to the tubular portion and annularly and providing an interference fit between the outer surface of the bearing sleeve and the interior surface of the reservoir tube. 1. A strut assembly including:a reservoir tube extending about and along a center axis and having an interior surface and defining a chamber;a bearing sleeve disposed in said chamber of said reservoir tube and extending about and along said center axis between a proximal end and a distal end and presenting an inner surface and an outer surface;a damper body tube disposed in said bearing sleeve and moveable relative to said bearing sleeve;a piston assembly disposed in said damper body tube; andsaid outer surface of said bearing sleeve having a tubular portion and a protrusion portion extending radially outwardly relative to said tubular portion and providing an interference fit between said outer surface of said bearing sleeve and said interior surface of said reservoir tube.2. The strut assembly as set forth in wherein said protrusion portion extends continuously and annularly about said center axis.3. The strut assembly as set forth in wherein at least one bearing is disposed radially between said bearing sleeve and said damper body tube for allowing axial movement of said damper body tube relative to said bearing sleeve and wherein said protrusion portion is spaced axially ...

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Номер записи: 22
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Wheel Carrier of a Vehicle With a Press Fit Connection

Номер: US20160009153A1
Автор: BOESCHL Thomas, von HASSELBACH Johannes, WENK Marius, WOELFLE Florian
Принадлежит:

A wheel carrier of a vehicle has a press fit connection to a further component, preferably a suspension strut. The wheel carrier includes a screw connection with a screw for clamping the press fit connection, and a lever with a fastening portion and an impact portion. The fastening portion is fastened under a head of the screw or under a nut of the screw connection. The impact portion protrudes from the fastening portion in such a manner that, in the event of a vehicle crash and the associated deformation, a part of the vehicle brings about a force on the impact portion in order at least partially to release the screw connection. The fastening portion is designed in order at least partially to break out from under the head or the nut during the action of force on the lever. 1. A wheel carrier of a vehicle having a press fit connection to a further component , comprising:a screw connection having a screw, the screw connection being configured to clamp the press fit connection;a lever having a fastening portion and an impact portion, whereinthe fastening portion is fastened under a head of the screw or under a nut of the screw connection,the impact portion protrudes from the fastening portion such that, in an event of a crash of the vehicle and associated deformation, a portion of the vehicle causes a force to act on the impact portion in order to at least partially release the screw connection, andthe fastening portion is configured to at least partially break out from under the head or under the nut during the action of the force on the lever.2. The wheel carrier according to claim 1 , wherein the further component is a suspension strut.3. The wheel carrier according to claim 1 , wherein one or more predetermined breaking points are formed in the fastening portion of the lever to enable the fastening portion to break out from under the head or the nut.4. The wheel carrier according to claim 1 , wherein at least one material tapering or material recess is formed in ...

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Номер записи: 23
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Suspension member

Номер: US20160009154A1
Автор: Friedrich Peter Wolf-Monheim
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

The invention relates to a suspension member attaching a vehicle wheel to a body or frame of a vehicle. The suspension member includes first and second separate similarly shaped portions. One of the portions having a supporting region that supports a spring element arranged between the suspension member and the vehicle body or frame. The first and second portions having, at least in some section or sections, a contour bent at the edges to form sidewalls. The sidewalls of the respective first and second portions oriented relative to one another so the portions are in contact with one another, at least in some region or regions, via the sidewalls thereof. The first portion having an aperture through which the spring element passes whereby the spring element contacts and is supported by the second portion.

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Номер записи: 24
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Method and device for stabilizing a vehicle against rolling movements

Номер: US20150014954A1
Автор: Ralf Schmierer
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

An anti-rolling stabilizer for a motor vehicle is provided. The stabilizer includes a U-shaped torsion bar having an elongated base and two free ends. The elongated base is coupled to a vehicle frame and each of the free ends is coupled to one of a right-hand and a left-hand wheel-guiding element via a respective coupling bar. Each of the coupling bars includes an NVH vibration absorber configured to counteract vibrations of the respective coupling bar or of the respective wheel guiding element to which the coupling bar is configured to connect, wherein the NVH absorber counteracts vibrations in one or more predetermined frequency ranges without counteracting vibrations in other frequencies.

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Номер записи: 25
03-02-2022 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL WISHBONE TRAILING ARM

Номер: US20220032702A1
Автор: Gordon Robby, Niemiec Mike
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A universal wishbone trailing arm and methods are provided for coupling a wheel to a vehicle chassis. The universal wishbone trailing arm comprises a wheel hub that fastenably receives the wheel. A cylindrical axle support supports one or more roller bearings whereby the wheel hub is rotatable. A first swing arm and a second swing arm extend forwardly from a joined swing arm. The cylindrical axle support is coupled to a rear of the joined swing arm. A first chassis mount hingedly couples the first swing arm to the vehicle chassis. A second chassis mount hingedly couples the second swing arm to an articulated mount which is configured to couple the second swing arm to the vehicle chassis. The articulated mount cooperates with the first second swing arms to change camber of the wheel, such that a tracking of the wheels remains substantially unchanged during traveling over rough terrain. 1. A universal wishbone trailing arm for coupling a wheel to a vehicle chassis , comprising:a wheel hub coupled with a first swing arm and a second swing arm;a first chassis mount hingedly coupling the first swing arm with the vehicle chassis; andan articulated mount coupling the second swing arm to the vehicle chassis.2. The trailing arm of claim 1 , wherein the wheel hub is rotatably supported within a cylindrical axle support that is coupled with the first swing arm and the second swing arm.3. The trailing arm of claim 1 , wherein the wheel hub may be joined with a constant velocity joint to communicate engine torque to the wheel.4. The trailing arm of claim 3 , wherein the cylindrical axle support shields the constant velocity joint from damage due to rocks and road debris during traveling over rough terrain.5. The trailing arm of claim 1 , wherein the articulated mount cooperates with the first swing arm and the second swing arm to maintain a substantially unchanged tracking of the wheel during vertical displacement of the wheel with respect to the vehicle chassis.6. The trailing ...

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Номер записи: 26
19-01-2017 дата публикации

SUSPENSION STRUCTURE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20170015166A1
Автор: DONKAI Shingo, Konno Yoshihiro, NAKAO Tomoyuki, OZONO Kuniaki, SHIMIZU Naoki, YAMAGUCHI Akira
Принадлежит: NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.

A vehicle suspension structure includes a suspension arm and a ball joint. The suspension arm is connected between a suspension member and a vehicle-widthwise outer side end connected to a vehicle wheel. The ball joint connects the suspension arm and the vehicle wheel. When the vehicle receives an impact in the longitudinal direction, a socket of the ball joint pivots relative to a ball as the suspension arm deforms, and a flange portion on an open side of the socket interferes with a stud shaft of the ball joint. The interference causes the flange portion to deform and the ball to come out of the socket to undo the link with the vehicle wheel by the ball joint. Upon becoming unlinked, the vehicle wheel moves toward the vehicle-widthwise outer side and interference with the rear vehicle body is suppressed to limit deformation of the vehicle body. 1. A vehicle suspension structure comprising:a suspension arm having a vehicle-widthwise inner side end connected to a suspension member and a vehicle-widthwise outer side end connected to a vehicle wheel; anda ball joint connecting the suspension arm and the vehicle wheel,the ball joint comprising a spherical body, a spherical housing accommodating the spherical body, and a shaft portion provided on the spherical body so as to extend outwardly from the spherical housing,the spherical housing being configured to pivot relative to the spherical body as the suspension arm deforms, and the spherical housing having an open end that interferes with the shaft portion causing the spherical body to come out of the spherical housing when the vehicle receives an impact in a longitudinal direction, andthe suspension arm and the ball joint being configured such that a breaking load that breaks linking parts between the suspension arm and the suspension member, upon the vehicle receiving the impact in the longitudinal direction, is greater than a drop-off load where the spherical body of the ball joint comes out of the spherical housing ...

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Номер записи: 27
19-01-2017 дата публикации

WHEEL SUSPENSION FOR A VEHICLE AXLE

Номер: US20170015264A1
Автор: Mohrlock Dominik
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A wheel suspension for a vehicle axle includes a wheel carrier carrying a wheel which is displaceable rearward in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle in case of a frontal collision; a steering link, articulately connecting the wheel carrier to a vehicle superstructure, the steering link including at least two control arms articulately connected to the wheel carrier via respective support sites on the wheel carrier and to the vehicle superstructure via respective support sites on the vehicle superstructure; and an actuating element coupled with a first one of the two control arms and impinging the first control arm with a torsional force in response to a collision force resulting from the rearward displacement of the wheel caused by the frontal collision so as to cause detachment of the first control arm from the support site on the superstructure and/or on the wheel carrier. 1. A wheel suspension for a vehicle axle , in particular a front axle of a two-track vehicle , comprising:a wheel carrier carrying a wheel which is displaceable rearward in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle in case of a frontal collision;a steering link, articulately connecting the wheel carrier to a vehicle superstructure, said steering link comprising at least two control arms articulately connected to the wheel carrier via respective support sites on the wheel carrier and to the vehicle superstructure via respective support sites on the vehicle superstructure; andan actuating element coupled with a first one of the two control arms and impinging the first control arm with a torsional force in response to a collision force resulting from the rearward displacement of the wheel caused by the frontal collision, said torsional force causing detachment of the first control arm from the support site on the superstructure and/or on the wheel carrier thereby enabling the wheel carrier together with the second control arm to pivot about the support site of the second control arm on the ...

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Номер записи: 28
19-01-2017 дата публикации

OFFSET WASHER FOR ADJUSTING CAMBER ANGLE

Номер: US20170015356A1
Автор: Puckett Raymond, Weifenbach Jesse Aaron
Принадлежит:

An offset washer for adjusting the camber angle in a vehicle is disclosed. The offset washer includes a body having an upper surface and a lower surface, an aperture extending through the body, and a protrusion having a longitudinal width different than the body thickness. The protrusion is configured to be inserted into a receiving aperture on a flange of a vehicle suspension system. The protrusion is defined by a formed upset defining a step in the material along a portion of the edge of the aperture, which is formed by upsetting the portion of the edge of the aperture when forming the aperture. 130. An offset washer for adjusting camber angle in a vehicle comprising:{'b': '42', 'a body having an upper surface and a lower surface;'}{'b': 43', '42, 'an aperture extending through the body ;'}{'b': '46', 'a spacing protrusion having a longitudinal width different than the body thickness from the upper surface to the lower surface with the spacing protrusion extending from the lower surface, wherein the spacing protrusion is configured to be inserted into a receiving aperture on a flange of a vehicle suspension system.'}2. The offset washer of claim 1 , wherein the spacing protrusion is defined by a step in the material along a portion of the edge of the aperture.3. The offset washer of claim 2 , wherein the step in the material is formed by upsetting the portion of the edge of the aperture when forming the aperture.4. The offset washer of claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal width is greater than the thickness from the upper surface to the lower surface.5. The offset washer of claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal width is less than the thickness from the upper surface to the lower surface.6. The offset washer of claim 1 , further comprising a fastener received through the aperture claim 1 , with the fastener having a neck and a lobe along a length of the fastener claim 1 , wherein the neck has a neck diameter that is smaller than the lobe having a lobe diameter.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 29
18-01-2018 дата публикации

CARRIER FOR SUSPENSION SYSTEM OF VEHICLES

Номер: US20180015798A1
Автор: JO Gibong
Принадлежит: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

A carrier for suspension system of vehicles may include wheel bearing mounting part configured to have center provided with through hole, outside circumferential surface of the through hole being provided with at least one fastening hole; upper arm mounting part configured to be formed at upper portion of the wheel bearing mounting part and fastened with upper arm; lower arm mounting part configured to be integrally formed at one side toward rear of the vehicle from lower portion of the wheel bearing mounting part; reinforcing part configured to be extended from the wheel bearing mounting part to front of the vehicle; trailing arm mounting part configured to be integrally connected to the reinforcing part and fastened with trailing arm; and assist arm mounting part configured be integrally formed at lower portion of the flat extending end and fastened with assist arm. 1. A carrier for a suspension system of a vehicle rotatably supporting a wheel to connect between a plurality of arms connected to a rear wheel side vehicle body and a wheel , comprising:a wheel bearing mounting part configured to have a center provided with a through hole, an outside circumferential surface of the through hole being provided with at least one fastening hole;an upper arm mounting part configured to be formed at an upper portion of the wheel bearing mounting part and fastened with an upper arm;a lower arm mounting part configured to be integrally formed at a first side toward a rear of the vehicle from a lower portion of the wheel bearing mounting part;a reinforcing part configured to be extended from the wheel bearing mounting part to a front of the vehicle;a trailing arm mounting part configured to be integrally connected to the reinforcing part and fastened with a trailing arm; andan assist arm mounting part configured be integrally formed at a lower portion of a flat extending end and fastened with an assist arm,wherein the reinforcing part connects the trailing arm mounting part ...

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Номер записи: 30
17-01-2019 дата публикации

WHEEL SUSPENSION FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20190016186A1
Автор: GERHARDS Thomas, Hintzen Ralf, Zandbergen Nicole, Zandbergen Paul
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

The disclosure concerns a motor vehicle with at least one rear axle having exclusively longitudinal control arms for wheel suspension. In order to create additional installation space in the region of the rear axle and at the same time improve a cornering stability of the motor vehicle, at least one vehicle component is arranged at least partially between wheel carriers of the rear axle, and at least one sliding body or rolling body is arranged on at least one wheel carrier, via which body this wheel carrier is or may be supported on the vehicle component in the vehicle transverse direction. 1. A motor vehicle comprising:at least one rear axle having exclusively longitudinal control arms for wheel suspension, wherein at least one vehicle component is arranged at least partially between wheel carriers of the at least one rear axle; andat least one sliding body arranged on at least one of the wheel carriers such that, via the at least one sliding body, the at least one of the wheel carriers is supported on the at least one vehicle component in a vehicle transverse direction.2. The motor vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one sliding body is arranged offset towards a rear relative to a wheel rotational axis running through the wheel carrier in the vehicle transverse direction.3. The motor vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one sliding body is arranged offset towards a ground relative to a wheel rotational axis running through the at least one of the wheel carriers in the vehicle transverse direction.4. The motor vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one sliding body is arranged on a side of one of the wheel carriers facing the vehicle component.5. The motor vehicle as claimed in further comprising at least one additional sliding body that is arranged spaced apart from the at least one sliding body on a side of one of the wheel carriers facing the vehicle component such that claim 1 , via the at least one additional ...

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Номер записи: 31
28-01-2016 дата публикации

REAR VEHICLE-BODY STRUCTURE OF VEHICLE

Номер: US20160023685A1
Автор: Fujii Hiroaki, IKEDA Toshiharu, MURAOKA Shuji
Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A rear pillar inner provided at a side panel inner and extending upward from a front-side upper portion of a rear wheel house, a rear pillar reinforcement joined to an outside portion of the rear pillar inner, and an outside reinforcing member connecting an outside portion of the side panel inner and the rear wheel house are provided. The rear pillar reinforcement has a rear-side pillar-reinforcement ridge portion extending vertically. The outside reinforcing member has a front-side reinforcing-member ridge portion extending vertically. A lower end portion of the rear pillar reinforcement and an upper end portion of the outside reinforcing member are joined such that the both ridge portions are arranged to align substantially straightly, when viewed from the side, and to slant in such a manner that an upper side thereof is positioned relatively forward compared to a lower side thereof. 1. A rear vehicle-body structure of a vehicle , comprising:a pillar portion provided at a side panel inner of a rear portion of a vehicle body and extending upward from a front-side upper portion of a rear wheel house;a pillar reinforcement joined to an outside portion, in a width direction of the vehicle, of the pillar portion; anda reinforcing member connecting an outside portion, in the width direction of the vehicle, of the side panel inner and the rear wheel house,wherein said pillar reinforcement has a pillar-reinforcement ridge portion extending vertically, said reinforcing member has a reinforcing-member ridge portion extending vertically, and a lower end portion of the pillar reinforcement and an upper end portion of the reinforcing member are joined together such that said pillar-reinforcement ridge portion and said reinforcing-member ridge portion are arranged to align substantially straightly, when viewed from the side, and to slant in such a manner that an upper side thereof is positioned relatively forward compared to a lower side thereof.2. The rear vehicle-body ...

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Номер записи: 32
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Coupling structure of suspension

Номер: US20220041212A1
Автор: Ha Kyung Moon, Soon Huh
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

A coupling structure of a suspension, may include a lower arm having one end portion engaged with a vehicle body, an assist knuckle in which a strut is located, a RevoKnuckle engaged with the assist knuckle, rotated independently from the assist knuckle, and configured to perform steering of a vehicle wheel, a steering input portion fixed to the vehicle body and configured to apply a steering force to the RevoKnuckle during steering, and a rotation transmission unit which is engaged with the RevoKnuckle and the steering input portion and has a length which is varied in a response to a wheel rebound of a vehicle.

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Номер записи: 33
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Integrated System Of Independently-Variable Multi-Wheel Steering And Road Contact Geometry

Номер: US20150028550A1
Автор: Gano John Victor
Принадлежит:

Wheel assembly for a vehicle includes a wheel, at least one lower suspension link and an upper attachment joint, both being able to be attached to the vehicle, the wheel being able to rotate at 360° to steer the vehicle around a pivot line positioned by said at least one lower suspension link and said upper attachment joint once attached to the vehicle, a projection of the pivot line onto a vertical projection plane comprising a vertical axis passing through a contact point between the wheel and ground defining a caster angle with said vertical axis. The caster angle can be adjusted within a predetermined range, whatever the orientation of the projection plane. A distance between the upper attachment point and the contact point between the wheel and ground in relation to the adjusted caster angle can be adjusted. 1. A wheel assembly for vehicle comprising:a wheel,at least one lower suspension link and an upper attachment joint, both being able to be attached to the vehicle, the wheel being able to rotate at 360°, to steer the vehicle around a pivot line positioned by said at least one lower suspension link and said upper attachment joint once attached to the vehicle,a projection of the pivot line onto a vertical projection plane comprising a vertical axis passing through a contact point between the wheel and ground defining a caster angle with said vertical axis,caster adjustment means arranged to adjust the caster angle within a predetermined range, whatever the orientation of the projection plane,length adjustment means arranged to adjust a distance between the upper attachment point and the contact point between the wheel and ground in relation to the adjusted caster angle.2. The wheel assembly according to wherein the length adjustment means adjusts the distance in relation to the rotation of the wheel around the pivot line.3. The wheel assembly according to further comprising a suspension arranged between the upper attachment joint and the lower suspension link ...

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Номер записи: 34
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Automotive Construction Machine, As Well As Lifting Column For A Construction Machine

Номер: US20220048352A1
Автор: Busley Peter, Tewes Günter
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is an automotive road construction machine, particularly a recycler or a cold stripping machine, comprising an engine frame that is supported by a chassis, a working roller which is stationarily or pivotally mounted on the engine frame and is used for machining a ground surface or road surface. The chassis is provided with wheels or tracked running gears which are connected to the engine frame via lifting column and are vertically adjustable relative to the engine frame. Each individually vertically adjustable lifting column is equipped with a device for measuring the actual vertical state of the lifting column. 136-. (canceled)37. A road construction machine , comprising:a machine frame;a plurality of ground engaging wheels for supporting the construction machine on a ground surface or traffic surface;a plurality of lifting columns, each of the lifting columns including a lifting column support at a lower end of the lifting column, each lifting column support being attached to one of the ground engaging wheels; andat least one distance sensor attached to at least one of the lifting column supports and arranged to detect a change in distance of the at least one of the lifting column supports from the ground surface or traffic surface due to filling pressure, temperature or interaction with the ground surface or traffic surface of the wheel associated with the at least one of the lifting column supports.38. The road construction machine of claim 37 , wherein:the at least one distance sensor is located relative to its associated lifting column support, so that the distance is measured at a pre-determined horizontal position relative to its associated ground engaging wheel.39. The road construction machine of claim 37 , wherein:the at least one distance sensor is a contactless sensor that does not contact the ground surface or traffic surface.40. A method of operating a road construction machine claim 37 , the road construction machine including a machine ...

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Номер записи: 35
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Controlled Pressure Casting

Номер: US20150035245A1
Автор: Horton Frank A., Kiselis Gregory P., Kotagiri Seetarama S., Skszek Timothy W.
Принадлежит:

An automotive component including a composite casting is provided. The composite casting includes a steel member and an end cap fastened to an end portion of the steel member. A cast coupling member is cast about the end portion of the steel member including the end cap, thereby positively and rigidly securing the cast coupling member to the steel member. The automotive component can comprise an engine cradle, a control arm, an instrument panel support structure, a bumper assembly, or a twist axle. The cast coupling member is typically formed by casting-in-place aluminum about the end cap and the end portion of the steel member. The steel member is typically a tubular member, and the end cap typically includes a flange designed to provide a mechanical interlock surface with the cast coupling member. For example, the flange can have a polygonal shape, an outwardly extending member, or notches. 1. An engine cradle for a motor vehicle , comprising:a frame assembly having a pair of spaced rails secured by spaced cross members;at least one of the spaced rails and the spaced cross members including a composite casting, including:a steel member;an end cap fastened to an end portion of the steel member; anda cast coupling member cast about the end portion of the steel member including the end cap, thereby positively and rigidly securing the cast coupling member to the steel member.2. The engine cradle as defined in wherein the cast coupling member is casted about the end portion of the steel member by casting-in-place aluminum about the end cap and the end portion.3. The engine cradle as defined in wherein the steel member is a tubular member.4. The engine cradle as defined in wherein the end cap has a flange having one of a circular and a non-circular configuration.5. The engine cradle as defined in wherein the flange has notches for providing a mechanical interlock surface.6. The engine cradle as defined in wherein the end cap has a flange having a polygonal shape for ...

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Номер записи: 36
08-02-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE CHASSIS LEVEL SENSOR

Номер: US20180037078A1
Автор: Shinozaki David
Принадлежит:

A damper assembly for a vehicle having a chassis and a control arm moveably coupled to the chassis includes a first spring seat configured to be fixed to the chassis, a second spring seat configured to be supported by the control arm, a coil spring extending between the first spring seat and the second spring seat, and a sensor module supported by the first spring seat or the second spring seat. The sensor module is operable to determine a state of compression of the coil spring. 1. A damper assembly for a vehicle , the vehicle having a chassis and a control arm moveably coupled to the chassis , the damper assembly comprising:a first spring seat configured to be fixed to the chassis;a second spring seat configured to be supported by the control arm;a coil spring extending between the first spring seat and the second spring seat; anda sensor module supported by the first spring seat or the second spring seat, the sensor module being operable to determine a state of compression of the coil spring.2. The damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module measures a gap between a first coil of the coil spring and the sensor module.3. The damper assembly of claim 2 , wherein the sensor module includes a magnet facing the first coil of the coil spring claim 2 , and wherein the sensor module senses a magnetic field generated by the magnet to measure the gap.4. The damper assembly of claim 3 , wherein the sensor module senses a first magnetic flux when the gap is a first size claim 3 , and wherein the sensor module senses a second magnetic flux that is greater than the first magnetic flux when the gap is a second size that is less than the first size.5. The damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the sensor module is molded into the first spring seat or the second spring seat.6. The damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module includes a Hall effect sensor and a permanent magnet.7. The damper assembly of claim 6 , wherein the permanent ...

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Номер записи: 37
07-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE WHEEL POSITIONING AND STEERING APPARATUS

Номер: US20190039430A1
Автор: CROOK Gary
Принадлежит:

A vehicle wheel positioning and steering apparatus particularly useful for aerial work platforms comprises a support chassis and chassis support legs pivotally connected to the chassis. Steerable wheel assemblies are operably connected at ends of the support legs and powered actuators are operably connected to the chassis and legs for pivotally moving the legs and wheel assemblies relative to the chassis between transport and working positions. Variable length linear wheel steering actuators comprise one link of four bar parallelogram steering linkages between the chassis and wheel assemblies and the support legs each comprise second bars of the four bar parallelogram steering linkages. 1. A vehicle wheel positioning and steering apparatus comprising a support chassis , chassis support legs pivotally connected to the chassis , steerable wheel assemblies operably connected at outer ends of said support legs , powered actuators operably connected to said chassis and said legs for pivotally moving said legs and wheel assemblies relative to said chassis between transport and working positions and powered linear wheel steering actuators , said linear actuators comprising first bars of four bar parallelogram steering linkages between said chassis and said wheel assemblies and said support legs comprising second bars of said four bar parallelogram steering linkages.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising inner end brackets pivotally connected to said chassis and a linear actuator claim 1 , said inner end brackets comprising third bars of said four bar parallelogram steering linkages.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein said wheel assemblies each include a yoke having pivotal connections to a support leg and a steering actuator claim 2 , said yokes comprising fourth bars of said four bar parallelogram steering linkage.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein said steering actuators are positioned in protected locations in said support legs.5. The apparatus of claim 4 ...

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Номер записи: 38
06-02-2020 дата публикации

MOBILE MECHANISM AND MOBILE ROBOT HAVING SAME, AND MOBILE METHOD

Номер: US20200039307A1
Автор: DING Huang, DING Liguo, LI Mengqin, WU Weixun, Yang Kai, ZHENG Zhuobin
Принадлежит: GuangDong BONA Robot Co., Ltd.

The present disclosure discloses a mobile mechanism, a mobile robot having the mobile mechanism and a method for moving the mobile robot. The mobile mechanism includes a housing in which a guide portion is provided, a sliding seat mounted on the guide portion and movable along the guide portion, a moving wheel fixed on the sliding seat and partially protruding beyond a surface of the housing, a pressing portion pressing against the sliding seat and moving the sliding seat toward the surface of the housing; and a deformation portion mounted on the housing and connected with the pressing portion, exerting a force for moving the sliding seat towards the surface of the housing through the pressing portion when deformed. 1. A mobile mechanism , comprising:a housing in which a guide portion is provided;a sliding seat mounted on the guide portion and movable along the guide portion;a moving wheel fixed on the sliding seat and partially protruding beyond a surface of the housing;a pressing portion pressing against the sliding seat and moving the sliding seat toward the surface of the housing; anda deformation portion mounted on the housing and connected with the pressing portion, exerting a force for moving the sliding seat towards the surface of the housing through the pressing portion when deformed.2. The mobile mechanism of claim 1 , wherein:the housing comprises an upper housing, a lower housing, and a guide portion between the upper housing and the lower housing;the sliding seat is disposed between the upper housing and the lower housing; andthe moving wheel contacts with a working surface.3. The mobile mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the guide portion is a guide rail.4. The mobile mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the guide rail comprises one guide rail claim 3 , and the sliding seat has a sliding block sliding along the guide rail in the guide rail.5. The mobile mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the guide portion is a guide post.6. The mobile mechanism of claim 5 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 39
18-02-2021 дата публикации

ROBOT WITH MAGNETIC WHEELS FOR CLEANING SHIP HULLS

Номер: US20210047016A1
Автор: Pedersen Roald, Rygg Toril Fjeldaas
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The application describes a device in the form of a robot for performing operations on ship hulls. The robot comprises magnetic wheels enabling the robot to adhere to ferrous hulls via magnetic forces and a suspension arrangement for supporting the wheels on a body of the robot and for allowing the robot to travel over uneven surfaces. The wheels include a first pair of wheels and a second pair of wheels, with the pairs of wheels spaced apart from one another along a length of the robot. The suspension arrangement comprises a suspension pivot mechanism allowing a line extending between the centers of the first pair of wheels to rotate relative to a line extending between the centers of the second pair of wheels, along with a camber pivot mechanism for each wheel, with the camber pivot mechanism allowing the axis of rotation of the wheel to rotate relative to the axes of rotation of the other wheels in order that the wheel can align its axis of rotation with the surface of the hull. The magnetic forces for attaching the wheel to the hull act to rotate the suspension pivot mechanism and camber pivot mechanisms. The robot can therefore maintain a secure contact with the hull as it travels over the hull. 1. A robot for performing operations on a ferrous hull of a ship , the robot comprising:a plurality of magnetic wheels configured to enable the robot to adhere to the ferrous hull via magnetic forces; anda suspension arrangement configured to support the plurality of magnetic wheels on a body of the robot and configured to allow the robot to travel over uneven surfaces;wherein the plurality of magnetic wheels comprises a first pair of wheels and a second pair of wheels, with the first and second pairs of wheels being spaced apart from one another along a length of the robot;wherein the suspension arrangement comprises a suspension pivot mechanism allowing a line extending between centers of the first pair of wheels to rotate relative to a line extending between centers ...

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Номер записи: 40
08-05-2014 дата публикации

Vehicle body front part structure

Номер: US20140125030A1
Автор: Yasuhiro Hara
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

A vehicle body front part structure includes: a lower arm that supports a front wheel; a first transverse member that is connected to a supporting part on a rear side of the lower arm in a vehicle body; a second transverse member that connects between parts on a front end side of a rocker, the rocker is disposed in a rear of the wheel; and a connecting structure that integrally connects between the first transverse member and the second transverse member.

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Номер записи: 41
25-02-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION DEVICE FOR IN-WHEEL MOTOR DRIVEN WHEEL

Номер: US20160052359A1
Автор: HIRABAYASHI Tomoki, MATAYOSHI Yutaka, SUZUKI Sakiko, Tamura Jun
Принадлежит:

A suspension device for an in-wheel motor driven wheel is provided. An upper suspension arm is pivotally supported on the vehicle body for supporting the wheel in a vehicle upper position higher than an axle. A link member pivotally connects the wheel to the upper suspension arm and has an absorber connecting portion connected to a lower end of the shock absorber. The shock absorber connecting portion is disposed in the vehicle bottom position lower than an upper end portion of the in-wheel motor unit. The shock absorber is disposed between the vehicle body and the in-wheel motor unit and inclined so as to be closer to the vehicle body toward the lower end. 1. A suspension device for an in-wheel motor driven wheel in which a wheel driven by an in-wheel motor unit is suspended on a vehicle body by a suspension structure member and a shock absorber , the suspension structure member comprising:an upper suspension arm pivotally supported on the vehicle body for supporting the wheel in a vehicle upper position higher than an axle, anda link member pivotally connecting the wheel to the upper suspension arm and having a shock absorber connecting portion connected to a lower end of the shock absorber, the shock absorber connecting portion being disposed in the vehicle bottom position lower than an upper end portion of the in-wheel motor unit, and the shock absorber being disposed between the vehicle body and the in-wheel motor unit and inclined so as to be closer to the vehicle body toward the lower end.2. The suspension device for an in-wheel motor driven wheel as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe in-wheel motor unit has an rotating electrical machine, and the output shaft of the rotating electrical machine is inclined with respect to the axle of the wheel, and the vehicle body-side end surface of the in-wheel motor unit is inclined so as to be parallel to the axial direction of the shock absorber.3. The suspension device for an in-wheel motor driven wheel as claimed in ...

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Номер записи: 42
25-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210053622A1
Автор: BAINS JAY, GIAIER KEVIN STANTON, MALENFANT MATTHEW, Niedert Andrew, QUATRANO NICHOLAS ANTHONY
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

An assembly includes a suspension link, an arm, an actuator, and a lock. The arm is connected to the suspension link. The arm includes a plurality of holes. The actuator is connected to the arm. The lock includes a pin releasably engageable with the plurality of holes of the arm. 1. An assembly , comprising:a suspension link;an arm connected to the suspension link, the arm including a plurality of holes;an actuator connected to the arm; anda lock including a pin releasably engageable with the plurality of holes of the arm.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a vehicle frame member claim 1 , wherein the actuator is pivotally connected to the vehicle frame member at a first pivot point claim 1 , the arm is pivotally connected to the vehicle frame member at a second pivot point claim 1 , and the lock is supported by the vehicle frame member.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the actuator is pivotally connected to the arm at a third pivot point.4. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the suspension link is movable from a first position to a second position claim 2 , the actuator is rotatable about the first pivot point when the suspension link moves from the first position to the second position claim 2 , and the arm is rotatable about the second pivot point when the suspension link moves from the first position to the second position.5. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein the actuator includes a rod pivotally connected to the arm at a third pivot point claim 4 , wherein the rod is movable from a first rod position to a second rod position claim 4 , the rod moving the arm to move the suspension link from the first position to the second position as the rod moves from the first rod position to the second rod position.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of holes includes a first hole and a second hole claim 1 , wherein when the pin engages the first hole claim 1 , the suspension link is in a first position claim 1 , and when the pin engages the ...

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Номер записи: 43
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Systems and methods for alerting drivers of excessive tongue weight

Номер: US20200047579A1
Автор: Dustin A. Crooks
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc

A vehicle includes a suspension that includes a front suspension and a rear suspension, a trailer hitch configured to removably connect to a tongue of a trailer, at least one front suspension transducer configured to generate a front suspension displacement signal, at least one rear suspension transducer configured to generate a rear suspension displacement signal, and an electronic control unit. The electronic control unit is configured to receive the front suspension displacement signal, receive the rear suspension displacement signal, and generate an alert of an excessive tongue weight condition based on one or more of the front suspension displacement signal and the rear suspension displacement signal.

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Номер записи: 44
13-02-2020 дата публикации

LIGHTWEIGHT SUSPENSION UPRIGHT OR KNUCKLE

Номер: US20200047796A1
Автор: FALOSSI Marco, Sarlin Rémi, Warmerdam Michiel
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A lightweight suspension upright or knuckle including: a bearing connection interface having a first sleeve element and a second, radially outer, sleeve element and further including a BMC/LFT/DLFT annular body; at least one attachment interface configured to connect the suspension upright or knuckle to a respective control or support element; and a supporting structural body mechanically connecting the bearing connection interface with the at least one attachment interface. The supporting structural body is shaped as a reticular frame including first blade elements chemically and mechanically interconnected to each other and to the outer lateral surface; each blade element consisting in one or more mats or plies of continuous fibers embedded in a polymer matrix, stacked onto one another and that have been compression molded together and with the annular body. Also, a method for obtaining a lightweight suspension upright or knuckle for a vehicle providing a bearing connection interface. 1. A lightweight suspension upright or knuckle for a vehicle , comprising:i) a bearing connection interface for receiving a wheel bearing, the bearing connection interface including a first sleeve element having a first axis (A), the first axis coinciding in with a rotation and symmetry axis of the wheel bearing;ii) at least one first and one second attachment interface configured to connect the suspension upright or knuckle to a respective control or support element therefor; andiii) a supporting structural body mechanically connecting the bearing connection interface with the at least one first and second attachment interface, the supporting structural body being made of a fiber reinforced composite material, wherein{'b': '8', 'iv) the bearing connection interface also comprises a second sleeve element arranged radially outside the first sleeve element and an annular body, having a radially outer lateral surface and a radially inner lateral surface, at least the annular body being ...

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Номер записи: 45
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Suspension Mechanism

Номер: US20150054246A1
Автор: Rezania Parto
Принадлежит:

A suspension unit is disclosed having a hanger having a front face with an aperture and a control arm having a front face with an aperture. The control arm is pivotally attached to and depends from the hanger such that the front face of the hanger and the front face of the control arm are opposed one another with the aperture on the front face of the hanger being aligned with the aperture on the front face of the control arm. A jounce spring and a rebound spring are coaxially mounted to a shaft. The shaft is mounted through the apertures and springs. The rebound spring is positioned between the front faces of the hanger and the control arm and the jounce spring is positioned horizontally to one side of both the hanger and the control arm with the shaft in a horizontal orientation. 1. A suspension unit for suspending a load onto a wheel , the suspension unit comprising:a. a hanger member for coupling beneath the load, the hanger member having a load bearing portion and a front face;b. a control arm for coupling to the wheel, the control arm having a front face with an aperture and a load bearing portion;c. the control arm being pivotally attached to and depending from the hanger at a pivotal attachment point such that the front face of the hanger and the front face of the control arm are opposed one another with an aperture on the front face of the hanger being aligned with the aperture on the front face of the control arm and with the load bearing portion of the hanger positioned above the load bearing portion of the control arm;d. a jounce spring and a rebound spring coaxially mounted to a shaft having opposite first and second ends, the shaft being mounted through the aperture of the front face of the hanger and the aperture of the front face of the control arm, the rebound spring being positioned between the front face of the hanger and the front face of the control arm, the jounce spring being positioned to one side of both the front face of the hanger and the ...

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Номер записи: 46
23-02-2017 дата публикации

All-Terrain Vehicle with an Arcuate Structural Frame

Номер: US20170050678A1
Автор: Kariniemi Stephen Douglas
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An All-Terrain Vehicle with a frame comprising an arcuate shape or an elevated portion with an apex. In one embodiment, the arcuate shape or elevated portion with an apex is located between a rear axis and a front axis such that there is additional clearance over a typical non arcuate frame or a flat frame for a given ride height. The frame may also provide for additional structural strength. The frame may also include the ability to attach periphery accessories such as an engine cage, a passenger cage, trailing arms, power train and transmission. 1. An All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) comprising;A front wheel axis and a rear wheel axis;A structural component at least partially located between the front wheel axis and the rear wheel axis, and for supporting at least a portion of a vehicle, having a rear end and a front end and a longitudinal length along the structural component between the rear end and the front end; andwherein the structural component is shaped to have a substantially arcuate shape, between the front axis and the rear axis, and the structural component has an apex along the longitudinal length and wherein the apex is above a straight line connecting the rear axis and the front axis.2. The ATV of further comprising a passenger compartment that is not below the structural component.3. The ATV of further comprising an engine compartment with an engine.4. The structural component of wherein the arcuate shape has a longitudinal length and the arcuate shape longitudinal length is at least 10% of a longitudinal length between the front wheel axis and the rear wheel axis.5. The ATV of wherein the substantially arcuate shape comprises at least 3 bends.6. The ATV of wherein the substantially arcuate shape is substantially a continuous arc.7. An All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) comprising:A front wheel axis and a rear wheel axis;At least one longitudinal support member having a rear end and a front end and a length between the rear end and the front end;wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 47
04-03-2021 дата публикации

SELF-LEVELING MOBILE TOWER FOR USE WITH AN IRRIGATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210059132A1
Автор: Korus Thomas J.
Принадлежит: LINDSAY CORPORATION

A mobile tower for use with an irrigation system comprises a frame, first and second spindles, a first height adjustment assembly, and a second height adjustment assembly. The frame is configured to support a fluid-carrying conduit of the irrigation system. The first and second spindles each include a generally upright beam. The first height adjustment assembly is rigidly connected to a first side of the frame and movably coupled to the first spindle. The first height adjustment assembly includes a first mechanism configured to raise or lower the first side of the frame relative to the first spindle. The second height adjustment assembly is rigidly connected to a second side of the frame and movably coupled to the second spindle. The second height adjustment assembly includes a second mechanism configured to raise or lower the second side of the frame relative to the second spindle. 1. A mobile tower for use with an irrigation system , the mobile tower comprising:a frame configured to support a fluid-carrying conduit of the irrigation system;first and second spindles, each spindle including a generally upright beam;a first height adjustment assembly rigidly connected to a first side of the frame and movably coupled to the first spindle, the first height adjustment assembly including a first mechanism configured to raise or lower the first side of the frame relative to the first spindle; anda second height adjustment assembly rigidly connected to a second side of the frame and movably coupled to the second spindle, the second height adjustment assembly including a second mechanism configured to raise or lower the second side of the frame relative to the second spindle.2. The mobile tower of claim 1 , further comprisinga first wheel connected to a lower end of the first spindle;a second wheel connected to a lower end of the second spindle, the first and second wheels configured to propel the mobile tower;a first drive motor configured to rotate the first wheel; anda ...

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Номер записи: 48
03-03-2016 дата публикации

TRAILER MOVING SYSTEM

Номер: US20160059650A1
Автор: AJIBADE Yemi, BARROW Stuart, FASHE Jeremiah, Hill Malcolm, ROWLEY Matthew
Принадлежит:

A system for supporting a trailer mover in a fixed spatial relationship to the wheels of a trailer is provided. The system has embodiments handling both independent and non-independent suspension; movers mounted either before or aft the wheels; and, movers mounted on either left hand or right hand wheels. The system attaches to the sprung portion of the trailer suspension to provide the fixed spatial relationship. Adjustable components provide longitudinal and lateral adjustment of the position of the trailer mover to cater for different proximal wheel and suspension geometries. 1. A support assembly , comprising:a support member connected to a sprung component of a trailer; anda trailer mover attached to said support member, wherein said trailer mover is operable to selectively engage with a proximal wheel of the trailer in a fixed spatial relationship,whereby the sprung component resiliently supports a chassis of the trailer via at least one suspension spring.2. The support assembly of claim 1 , wherein the support member further comprises:a first member, wherein the first member is connected to the sprung component, and wherein the first member is adapted to provide longitudinal displacement of the trailer mover relative to the wheel; anda second member, wherein the second member is attached to the trailer mover, and wherein the second member is adapted to provide lateral displacement of the trailer mover relative to the wheel.3. The support assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first member is adjustable to vary the longitudinal displacement of the trailer mover relative to the wheel.4. The support assembly of wherein the second member is adjustable to vary the lateral displacement of the trailer mover relative to the wheel.5. The support assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sprung component comprises an axle supporting the wheel of the trailer.6. The support assembly of claim 2 , wherein the sprung component comprises an axle supporting the wheel of the trailer.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 49
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Control Arm and a Method for Forming the Same

Номер: US20160059651A1
Автор: HOLMES ERIC, HOPKINSON Harold, Jones Barbara
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A method for forming a control arm is provided. The method includes providing an insert and a mold and also includes overcasting the insert within a metal in the mold. The insert defines a recess that is shaped for receiving a mating component. After the insert is overcast within the metal, the mating component may be positioned or mounted within the recess of the insert. A related control arm is also provided. 1. A method for forming a vehicle control arm , comprising:positioning an insert within a mold, the mold defining a void that corresponds to a shape of the vehicle control arm, the insert defining a recess for receiving a mating component of a vehicle suspension;casting a metal over the insert within the mold in order to form a cast arm of the vehicle control arm with the metal and the insert; andremoving the vehicle control arm from the mold after said step of casting.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mating component is a torsion bar and the recess is positioned and shaped for receiving an end portion of the torsion bar.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the insert comprises steel and the cast arm comprises iron.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the insert comprises iron claim 1 , steel or aluminum and the cast arm also comprises iron claim 1 , steel or aluminum.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mold comprises sand claim 1 , said step of positioning comprising casting the insert within a sand-core of the mold.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming the mold claim 1 , said step of positioning comprising mounting the insert within the mold after said step of forming.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal does not fill the recess of the insert after said step of casting.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the recess of the insert is not broached after said step of casting.9. A control arm for a vehicle claim 1 , comprising:an arm extending between a first end portion and a second end portion;a bushing support portioned at the ...

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Номер записи: 50
21-02-2019 дата публикации

COUPLING DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20190054784A1
Автор: KEUSER Joerg
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

The disclosure relates to a coupling device for a stabilizer of a suspension. The coupling device has a first coupling portion and a second coupling portion that is supported thereon. One coupling portion has a connection location for the stabilizer and another coupling portion has a connection location for a wheel suspension. and the coupling device also has a locking device, which, in a locking position, limits a relative movement of the second coupling portion with respect to the first coupling portion in a first direction. In order to better protect a stabilizer from overload, the locking device is configured in a release position to release the relative movement when a first force acting between the connection locations exceeds a threshold value. 1. A coupling device for a vehicle suspension comprising:a first coupling portion and a second coupling portion being supported on the first coupling portion, wherein the first coupling portion has a connection location for a stabilizer and the second coupling portion has a connection location for a wheel suspension; anda locking device that limits, in a locking position, a relative movement of the second coupling portion with respect to the first coupling portion in a first direction, wherein the locking device is configured, in a release position, to release the relative movement responsive to a first force, acting between the connection locations, exceeding a threshold value.2. The coupling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the locking device is displaced into the release position by the first force.3. The coupling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the second coupling portion is supported on the first coupling portion such that the second coupling portion is displaced in translation.4. The coupling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the second coupling portion includes a piston portion displaced inside a cylinder portion of the first coupling portion.5. The coupling device as claimed in claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 51
01-03-2018 дата публикации

HIGHLY MOBILE VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM WITH BLAST MITIGATION FEATURES

Номер: US20180058821A1
Автор: Evans Celyn M., Houghton Kris, Kwiatkowski Kevin R., Wright Benjamin J.
Принадлежит: PRATT & MILLER ENGINEERING AND FABRICATION, INC.

In one embodiment, there is disclosed a modular, blast resistant suspension module for an armored vehicle. Each suspension module has a first and second axle assembly. The first axle assembly has a Short-Long Arm (SLA) suspension system pivotally connected to a blast resistant differential housing and the second axle assembly has a Road Arm (RA) suspension system pivotally connected to the differential housing. The suspension modules may be used to form 4×4 or 8×8 vehicle configurations. 1. A suspension system , comprising:a suspension module having a first axle assembly and a second axle assembly; each axle assembly pivotally connected at a first end to a turnable wheel end assembly; each suspension module pivotally connected at a second end to a blast mitigating differential housing;said first axle assembly equipped with Short-Long Arm (SLA) suspension for each wheel end assembly; each said SLA including an upper arm member and an opposed lower arm member, each said upper arm having a length separating a first end and an opposed second end; each lower arm having a length terminating in a first end and an opposed second end; each said upper arm of shorter length than each said lower arm; said first end of each said upper arm member terminating in an upper arm outer pivot; each said upper arm outer pivot pivotally connectable to a first pivot on said wheel end assembly; said first end on each said lower arm pivot terminating in a outer pivot; each said lower arm outer pivot pivotally connectable to a second pivot on said wheel end assembly; each said second end on each said upper arm terminating in multiple inner pivots; each said upper arm multiple inner pivots pivotally connectable to pivots on said differential housing; said first axle assembly further equipped with an SLA spring and damper assembly pivotally connected at one end to one of said upper and lower arm member; andsaid second axle assembly equipped with Road Arm (RA) suspension for each wheel end ...

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Номер записи: 52
28-02-2019 дата публикации

MECHANICAL DOWN-STOP FOR AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS

Номер: US20190061449A1
Автор: Andreasen Jacob D., Giamati Nicholas J.
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A mechanical down-stop for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems which includes an angled bracket that is rigidly/stiffly attached to the vehicle frame at one end, and is attached to a flexible portion of the mechanical down-stop at its other end. The flexible portion is attached to a beam of the axle/suspension system. The angled bracket is formed of an elastically deformable material and includes a bend that enables the bracket to act as a spring. The angled bracket and the flexible portion limit downward movement and react the downward force of the beam. 1. A down-stop for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system , said heavy-duty vehicle having a frame and said axle/suspension system having a beam pivotally attached to a hanger depending from said frame , said down-stop comprising:a first portion formed of an elastically deformable material, said first portion being rigidly attached to a selected one of the frame, said hanger, or said beam; anda flexible second portion, said second portion being attached to the first portion at a first end and a selected one of said frame, the hanger, or the beam at a second end, said first portion and the second portion limiting downward movement and reacting downward force of said beam, the first portion elastically deforming to react the beam downward force.2. The down-stop for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system of claim 1 , wherein said first portion include a bend having an angle claim 1 , said bend angle increasing when said first portion is elastically deformed to react said beam downward force.3. The down-stop for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system of claim 2 , wherein said angle is from about ninety degrees to about one hundred eighty degrees.4. The down-stop for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system of claim 1 , wherein said flexible second portion second end is predominantly under a sheer force relative to a selected one of said frame claim 1 , said hanger claim 1 , or said beam while ...

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Номер записи: 53
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Wheel suspension

Номер: US20200062064A1
Автор: Max Riedel
Принадлежит: EMM! SOLUTIONS GMBH

A wheel suspension includes an axle limb which supports a wheel. The axle limb includes a first steering axle which provides a first steering angle in a specified range for the wheel, and components for connecting the axle limb to a support structure. At least one of the components includes a second steering axle which is selectively releasable in order to provide a steering angle which is different than the first steering axle. The components for connecting the axle limb to the support structure form a McPherson suspension.

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Номер записи: 54
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Automotive Construction Machine, As Well As Lifting Column For A Construction Machine

Номер: US20200062066A1
Автор: Busley Peter, Tewes Günter
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Disclosed is an automotive road construction machine, particularly a recycler or a cold stripping machine, comprising an engine frame that is supported by a chassis, a working roller which is stationarily or pivotally mounted on the engine frame and is used for machining a ground surface or road surface. The chassis is provided with wheels or tracked running gears which are connected to the engine frame via lifting column and are vertically adjustable relative to the engine frame. Each individually vertically adjustable lifting column is equipped with a device for measuring the actual vertical state of the lifting column. 136-. (canceled)37. A road construction machine , comprising:a machine frame;a working drum supported from the machine frame for working a ground surface or traffic surface;a plurality of ground engaging supports for supporting the construction machine on the ground surface or traffic surface;a plurality of lifting columns, each of the lifting columns including a lifting column support at a lower end of the lifting column, each lifting column support being attached to one of the ground engaging supports; andat least one distance sensor attached to at least one of the lifting column supports and arranged to measure a vertical distance of the at least one of the lifting column supports from the ground surface or traffic surface.38. The road construction machine of claim 37 , wherein:the at least one distance sensor is located relative to its associated lifting column support, so that the vertical distance is measured at a pre-determined horizontal position relative to its associated ground engaging support.39. The road construction machine of claim 37 , wherein:the at least one distance sensor is a contactless sensor that does not contact the ground surface or traffic surface.40. A method of operating a road construction machine claim 37 , the road construction machine including a machine frame claim 37 , a working drum supported from the machine ...

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Номер записи: 55
29-05-2014 дата публикации

Method Of Welding Work Pieces Together

Номер: US20140144024A1
Автор: Byrne, II James R.
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A method of welding two sheet-like work pieces, such as a web and a belt of a vehicle suspension control arm, is provided. The method includes the step of positioning one of the sheet-like work pieces against and at an angle relative to the other work piece such that the first and second work pieces are in contact with one another by a generally flat contact surface. The method continues with the step of melting with a single welding process material of the first and second work pieces across the entire width of the contact surface. 1. A method of welding a sheet-like first work piece to a sheet-like second work piece , comprising the steps of:positioning the first work piece against and at an angle relative to the second work piece such that the first and second work pieces are in contact with another by a generally flat contact surface; andmelting with a single welding process material of the first and second work pieces across the entire width of the contact surface.2. The method as set forth in wherein said melting step is further defined as melting material of the first and second work pieces across the entire width of the contact surface with a single welding process using a welding assembly aimed the side of the second work piece opposite from the first work piece.3. The method as set forth in wherein the single welding process is at least one of a laser beam welding process and a hybrid laser arc welding process and a friction stir welding process.4. The method as set forth in wherein said melting step is further defined as melting material from the first and second work pieces across the entire width of the contact surface with a single welding process using a welding assembly aimed at a corner at the intersection of the first and second work pieces.5. The method as set forth in wherein the single welding process is one of a laser beam welding process and a hybrid laser arc welding process.6. A method of making a control arm for a vehicle suspension claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 56
11-03-2021 дата публикации

RETROFIT FOR FARM EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20210070121A1
Автор: SIMON Steve N.G.
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Systems and methods relating to the replacement of specific parts in farm equipment to thereby adjust the farm equipment's capabilities. To modify the ground clearance of farm equipment, especially sprayers with a strut type suspension, the spindles of the suspension system along with the air spring absorber are replaced. The original spindles are replaced with longer spindles while the air spring absorber is replaced with one that allows for an increased range of travel. As well, the fixed length linkage arms that connect the air height control valves to the suspension system may be replaced with longer arms. These longer linkage arms may be of a fixed length or they may be of an adjustable length. Alternatively, a replacement bracket may be used to allow for the reuse of the original linkage arm. 1. A kit for retrofitting farm equipment , said farm equipment having a suspension system that includes original spindles , original spring mechanisms , and at least one original linkage arm , the kit comprising:at least one pair of replacement spindles for replacing said original spindles, said replacement spindles being longer than said original spindles;at least one replacement spring mechanism for replacing said original spring mechanisms on said suspension system;whereinafter said kit has been installed on said farm equipment, said farm equipment has a higher ground clearance;said higher ground clearance is partially due to more travel by said suspension system when said at least one replacement spring mechanism has been installed.2. The kit according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one replacement linkage arm for replacing said at least one original linkage arm installed on said farm equipment claim 1 , said at least one replacement linkage arm being longer than said original linkage arm.3. The kit according to claim 1 , further including at least one travel limiting device for limiting a range of movement of said suspension system.4. The kit according to ...

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Номер записи: 57
19-03-2015 дата публикации

HEAVY-DUTY TRAILER WITH MACPHERSON INDEPENDENT WHEEL SUSPENSION

Номер: US20150076783A1
Автор: Maier Georg, Swoboda Herbert
Принадлежит: GOLDHOFER AG

The invention relates to a heavy-duty trailer () in which at least one of the wheels () has a MacPherson independent wheel suspension (). The wheel () can be a steered wheel, wherein the steering cylinders () of the steering device () enclose an angle (α) with the longitudinal direction (L) of the trailer. The transverse control arms () can also be articulated onto the trailer frame at least in the longitudinal center plane (F) of the trailer (). 1101216. Heavy-duty trailer () with a plurality of wheels () with independent wheel suspension () ,{'b': 16', '12', '12, 'characterized in that the wheel suspension () of at least one of the wheels () with independent wheel suspension, preferably of all wheels () with individual wheel suspension, is a MacPherson wheel suspension.'}2. Heavy-duty trailer in accordance with claim 1 ,{'b': 52', '24', '16', '46, 'is characterized in that the cylinder () of the piston cylinder aggregate () of the MacPherson wheel suspension () is encased by a preferably cylindrical guide tube ().'}3. Heavy-duty trailer in accordance with claim 2 ,{'b': 46', '54', '24, 'characterized in that one end of the guide tube () is firmly axially connected with the free end of the piston rod () of the piston cylinder aggregate ().'}4. Heavy-duty trailer in accordance with claim 2 ,{'b': 52', '24', '54', '52', '62', '46', '46', '60', '52', '24, 'characterized in that at the outer side of the cylinder () of the piston cylinder aggregate (), and preferably at the end where the piston rod () exits the cylinder (), a slide bearing arrangement () is provided adjacently, which forms a sliding engagement with the interior side of the guide tube () or/and that at the interior side of the guide tube (), and preferably adjacent to its free end, a slide bearing arrangement () is provided, which has a sliding engagement with the outer side of the cylinder () of the piston cylinder aggregate ().'}55224145268. Heavy-duty trailer according to claim 1 , characterized in ...

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Номер записи: 58
17-03-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20160075207A1
Автор: ENOMOTO Tomohito, TSUNEKAWA Hajime
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1. Objective: 1a shock absorber disposed between a wheel and a vehicle body,a coil spring disposed between a top spring seat in a shape of a ring and a bottom spring seat in a shape of a ring, said top spring seat is disposed on the side of a structure which supports said vehicle body and said bottom spring seat is disposed on the cylinder sheath side of said shock absorber, anda dust cover disposed between said shock absorber and said coil spring, said dust cover is elastically deformable and is in a shape of bellows tube,wherein:said top spring seat is formed so that a supporting surface which supports an upper end of said coil spring through an insulator is inclined to an axis of said shock absorber and said top spring seat is disposed rotatably about a top seat axis inclined to said axis of said shock absorber,a lower end of said dust cover is attached to a sheath side member rotatably about an axis of said shock absorber, by being fitted into said sheath side member fixed and disposed on said cylinder sheath side,an upper end of said dust cover is attached to said top spring seat by being fitted into a radially inner circumference portion of said top spring seat and comprises a cover side rotation prevention portion forming cover side rotation prevention surfaces which are surfaces enable to contact with said top spring seat in both rotational directions about said top seat axis so that said upper end of said dust cover does not relatively rotate about said top seat axis over said top spring seat in a status that said upper end of said dust cover is fitted into said radially inner circumference portion of said top spring seat, andsaid top spring seat comprises a seat side rotation prevention portion forming seat side rotation prevention surfaces which are surfaces enable to contact with said cover side rotation prevention surfaces.. A suspension device for a vehicle comprising: 1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to a suspension device for a ...

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Номер записи: 59
15-03-2018 дата публикации

FREE RANGING AUTOMATED GUIDED VEHICLE AND OPERATIONAL SYSTEM

Номер: US20180072212A1
Автор: "OBrien Mark D.", Alfaro Rene D., Berghorn David M., Geldersma Matthew, Grasch David M., Khodl Michael S., Kuruvila Riju
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An automated guided vehicle (AGV) that is configured to operate with a navigation and guidance system includes a base frame structure that supports a material handling apparatus. Casters may be attached at peripheral portions of the base frame structure to movably support the base frame structure away from a ground surface. Drive wheel assemblies may be disposed between two of the casters and configured to propel and steer the AGV. A suspension system may have intersecting swing arms that are pivotally mounted at the base frame structure and independently attach at each of the drive wheel assemblies. The suspension system biases the drive wheel assemblies against the ground surface to maintain friction of the drive wheel assemblies against the ground surface, such as for traversing sloped or uneven surfaces. 1. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) configured to operate with a navigation and guidance system , said AGV comprising:a base frame configured to support a material handling apparatus;a plurality of support wheel assemblies attached at peripheral portions of the base frame and configured to movably support the base frame away from a ground surface;a pair of drive wheel assemblies disposed between at least two of the plurality of support wheel assemblies and configured to propel the AGV over the ground surface; anda suspension system having intersecting swing arms that pivotally mount at the base frame and independently attach at each of the drive wheel assemblies, wherein the suspension system is configured to bias the pair of drive wheel assemblies against the ground surface to maintain friction of the drive wheel assemblies against the ground surface.2. The AGV of claim 1 , wherein the pair of drive wheel assemblies includes spaced apart drive wheels that are configured to rotate about substantially parallel axes.3. The AGV of claim 2 , wherein the spaced apart drive wheels are driven by a differential drive system to propel and steer the AGV of over the ...

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Номер записи: 60
07-03-2019 дата публикации

CONNECTING STRUCTURE CONNECTING IN-WHEEL MOTOR UNIT AND STRUT-TYPE SUSPENSION APPARATUS

Номер: US20190070950A1
Автор: ADACHI Satoshi
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A connecting structure connecting: (A) an in-wheel motor unit housed in a wheel and including a wheel holding member holding the wheel, a motor for driving the wheel, and a speed reducer configured to transmit, to the wheel, rotation of the motor while reducing a speed of the rotation; and (B) a strut-type suspension apparatus including a shock absorber connected at an upper end portion thereof to a body of a vehicle and at a lower end portion thereof to the in-wheel motor unit, the strut-type suspension apparatus being configured to suspend the wheel and the in-wheel motor unit, wherein the shock absorber is disposed so as to intersect a rotation axis of the wheel. 1. A connecting structure connecting: (A) an in-wheel motor unit housed in a wheel and including a wheel holding member holding the wheel , a motor for driving the wheel , and a speed reducer configured to transmit , to the wheel , rotation of the motor while reducing a speed of the rotation; and (B) a strut-type suspension apparatus including a shock absorber connected at an upper end portion thereof to a body of a vehicle and at a lower end portion thereof to the in-wheel motor unit , the strut-type suspension apparatus being configured to suspend the wheel and the in-wheel motor unit ,wherein the shock absorber is disposed so as to intersect a rotation axis of the wheel.2. The connecting structure according to claim 1 ,wherein the speed reducer includes an output shaft to the wheel and is disposed such that a rotation axis of the output shaft and the rotation axis of the wheel coincide with each other,wherein the motor is fixed to the wheel holding member such that a rotation axis of the motor is shifted with respect to the rotation axis of the output shaft of the speed reducer, andwherein the shock absorber is disposed so as to be arranged in a front-rear direction of the vehicle with respect to the motor.3. The connecting structure according to claim 2 ,wherein the motor is fixed to the wheel ...

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Номер записи: 61
07-03-2019 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20190071141A1
Автор: Eck Brian, Esala Mark, Hulstein Andrew, Kennedy Craig, Mazour Scott, Schoenecker Peter, Seal John, Sorenson Derek, Spindler Jared
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A recreational off-highway vehicle includes side-by-side passenger and driver seats held within a chassis that is approximately 50 inches wide. The seats sit low in the chassis and are covered by a roll cage. Grab handles are positioned on the sides of the passenger seat. Select large round tubing protects the vehicle, while rectangular tubing frames the portions of the vehicle beneath body panels. The vehicle is powered by an engine rearward of the seats that is connected to a transaxle. The engine and transaxle are isolation mounted together with a portion of the air intake assembly. The vehicle is suited for rough terrain travel. 1. A side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicle having two front wheels and at least two rear wheels , a right rear wheel and a left rear wheel , the vehicle comprising:a chassis having a front portion, a middle portion, and a rear portion; the front portion being coupled to the front wheels, the rear portion being coupled to the rear wheels, and the middle portion surrounding an occupant compartment having at least two side-by-side seats for a driver and at least one passenger;an engine secured to the rear portion of the chassis;a transmission secured to the engine;a drive unit operably coupled to the transmission, the drive unit drivingly coupled to the rear wheels;a driver door and a passenger door in the chassis middle portion;a rear cargo box attached to the chassis rear portion and positioned above the drive unit, the rear cargo box having a cargo box body panel on the exterior side thereof; anda plurality of body panels secured to the chassis middle portion, wherein the plurality of body panels includes a side body panel extending forward of the cargo box and forward of one of the rear wheels, between the said rear wheel and one of the driver door and the passenger door, said side body panel being formed of a panel separate from the cargo box body panel; the plurality of body panels also including a rear fender separate from ...

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Номер записи: 62
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MACHINE SUSPENSION AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Номер: US20170072760A1
Автор: Slawson James
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An assembly for supporting a vehicle chassis on a wheel of the vehicle includes a wheel attachment component for attaching the assembly to the wheel, a chassis attachment component for attaching the assembly to the vehicle chassis, and a suspension component. At least one adjustment element is coupled with the chassis attachment component and with a first portion of the suspension component, and is configured to shift the first portion of the suspension element between a plurality of operating positions relative to the chassis attachment component. A single strut bar is rigidly coupled with the wheel attachment component and with a second portion of the suspension component, and is configured to pivot relative to the chassis attachment component. The suspension component is configured to regulate motion transfer between the wheel attachment component and the chassis attachment component. 1. An assembly for supporting a vehicle chassis on a wheel of the vehicle , the assembly comprising:a wheel attachment component for attaching the assembly to the wheel;a chassis attachment component for rigidly attaching the assembly to the vehicle chassis;a suspension component;a first adjustment element coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with a first portion of the suspension component;a second adjustment element coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with the first portion of the suspension component, the first and second adjustment elements configured to shift the first portion of the suspension element between a plurality of operating positions relative to the chassis attachment component; anda single strut bar rigidly coupled with the wheel attachment component and coupled with a second portion of the suspension component, the strut bar configured to pivot relative to the chassis attachment component,the suspension component configured to regulate motion transfer between the wheel attachment component and the chassis attachment ...

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Номер записи: 63
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MACHINE SUSPENSION AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Номер: US20170072761A1
Автор: Slawson James
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An assembly for supporting a vehicle chassis on a wheel of the vehicle includes a wheel attachment component for attaching the assembly to a wheel, a chassis attachment component for pivotably attaching the assembly to a chassis of the vehicle, and a suspension component operably interposed between the wheel attachment component and the chassis attachment component. A first adjustment element is coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with a first portion of the suspension component, and a second adjustment element is coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with the first portion of the suspension component. The first and second adjustment elements are configured to shift the first portion of the suspension component between a plurality of operating positions relative to the chassis attachment component. A single strut bar slidingly engages the wheel attachment component and is rigidly coupled with a second portion of the suspension component. 1. An assembly for supporting a vehicle chassis on a wheel of the vehicle , the assembly comprising:a wheel attachment component for attaching the assembly to a wheel;a chassis attachment component for pivotably attaching the assembly to a chassis of the vehicle;a suspension component operably interposed between the wheel attachment component and the chassis attachment component;a first adjustment element coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with a first portion of the suspension component;a second adjustment element coupled with the chassis attachment component and coupled with the first portion of the suspension component, the first and second adjustment elements configured to shift the first portion of the suspension component between a plurality of operating positions relative to the chassis attachment component; anda single strut bar slidingly engaging the wheel attachment component and rigidly coupled with a second portion of the suspension component.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 64
05-03-2020 дата публикации

UTILITY VEHICLE

Номер: US20200070709A1
Автор: Bohnsack Michael C., Burt Daniel L., Carruth Curtis C., Erspamer Brent A., Fields Jason R., Flick Brian N., Johnson Clinton A., Kuhl Amery D., Miller Andrew J., PETERSON SHAWN D., Seidel Brian J., Weber Daniel S.
Принадлежит: Polaris Industries Inc.

A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame, a powertrain assembly, a front suspension assembly, and a rear suspension assembly. A cargo bed may be supported by the frame at the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle also includes an operator seat and at least one passenger seat positioned within an operator area. In one embodiment, the vehicle includes doors to enclose the operator area. 1. A utility vehicle , comprising:a plurality of ground engaging members;a frame supported by the plurality of ground engaging members;an operator seat including a seat bottom and a seat back supported by the frame;an engine supported by the frame the engine being positioned reward of a forward-most edge of the operator seat bottom;a continuously variable transmission (“CVT”) supported by the frame and positioned rearward of a forward most edge of the operator seat base, the CVT operably coupling the engine to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members; andan air intake system having a first air inlet passage configured to provide air to an interior of the CVT, and at least a portion of the first air inlet passage being positioned forward of the operator seat; and the air intake system further comprising a second air inlet passage configured to provide air to the interior of the CVT, and at least a portion of the second air inlet passage being positioned rearward of the operator seat.2. The utility vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a passenger seat claim 1 , the passenger seat positioned laterally adjacent to the operator seat claim 1 , and the first air inlet passage is defined by a first air inlet conduit positioned laterally between the operator and passenger seats.3. The utility vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the first air inlet passage is fluidly coupled to a first intake port of the CVT and the second air inlet passage is fluidly coupled to a second intake port of the CVT claim 1 , and the first and second intake ports are positioned ...

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Номер записи: 65
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Steering Assembly for a Motor Vehicle, and Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20200070881A1
Автор: DURKOVIC Martin
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A steering assembly for a motor vehicle has a wheel carrier to which a wheel can be secured, a strut via which the wheel carrier is mounted on a vehicle body in an articulated manner, a first transverse link mounted on the wheel carrier in an articulated manner, and a second transverse link mounted on the wheel carrier in an articulated manner. The first transverse link and the second transverse link are coupled to one another on their side facing away from the wheel carrier by a connection member. The connection member is rotatably mounted on the vehicle body. 1. A steering assembly for a motor vehicle , comprising:a wheel carrier to which a wheel is fastenable;a strut via which the wheel carrier is mounted on a vehicle body in an articulated manner;a first transverse link mounted on the wheel carrier in an articulated manner;a second transverse link mounted on the wheel carrier in an articulated manner; anda connecting member, wherein the first transverse link and the second transverse link are coupled to each other in each case on their side facing away from the wheel carrier by way of the connecting member, and wherein the connecting member is mounted rotatably on the vehicle body.2. The steering assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe first transverse link and the second transverse link run substantially parallel and/or are substantially the same length.3. The steering assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe first transverse link, the second transverse link and the connecting member lie in a common, substantially horizontally running plane.4. The steering assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe connecting member is coupled to an actuator assembly and is rotatable by the actuator assembly in relation to the vehicle body.5. The steering assembly according to claim 4 , whereinthe connecting member is rotatable in relation to the vehicle body substantially about a vertical axis.6. The steering assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe connecting member ...

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Номер записи: 66
12-06-2014 дата публикации

SUSPENSION ELEMENT HAVING A HYDRAULIC STRUT CONNECTED TO A PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR AND INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION USING THE SAME

Номер: US20140159333A1
Автор: Lagace Denis, Sarif Mounsif, Vitali Mario
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The present disclosure relates to a suspension element for maintaining a wheel on a frame of a vehicle. The suspension element can be attached to the frame via a fixed support. The wheel can be mounted to an arm that is pivotably connected to the fixed support. A hydraulic strut resists a pivoting movement of the arm in relation to the fixed support. A pressure accumulator comprises a gas chamber and a fluid chamber separated by a diaphragm. The fluid chamber is in fluid connection with the hydraulic strut. A movement of the arm relative to the fixed support causes a change of pressure in the pressure accumulator. An independent suspension comprising two such suspension elements is also disclosed. The two suspension elements comprise extensions of the fixed support mounted on the frame so that two wheels are coaxial when mounted on the frame. 1. A suspension element for maintaining a wheel on a frame of a vehicle , comprising:a fixed support adapted for attachment of the suspension element to the frame;an arm adapted for mounting the wheel thereon, the arm being pivotably connected to the fixed support;a hydraulic strut for resisting pivoting of the arm in relation to the fixed support; anda pressure accumulator comprising a gas chamber and a fluid chamber separated by a diaphragm, the fluid chamber being in fluid connection with the hydraulic strut so that a movement of the arm relative to the fixed support causes a change of volume of the fluid chamber, thereby causing a change of volume and pressure within the gas chamber.2. The suspension element of claim 1 , wherein a spring rate of the suspension element is defined at least in part by a pressure of the gas chamber and by a volume of the gas chamber.3. The suspension element of claim 1 , wherein the fluid connection between the fluid chamber and the hydraulic strut comprises a conduit and a flow restriction device.4. The suspension element of claim 3 , wherein a damping rate of the suspension element is defined ...

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Номер записи: 67
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Suspension tower portion structure of vehicle

Номер: US20170080983A1
Автор: Miho KOWAKI, Ryotaro Hirata, Sakayu Terada, Takehiro Kamei
Принадлежит: Mazda Motor Corp

A suspension tower portion structure of a vehicle is configured such that an upper face portion of a suspension tower portion comprises an fastening face portion where plural fastening portions to which an upper-side attached portion of a suspension is fixedly fastened are provided, plural arc-shaped wall portions which are each provided to rise around the fastening portion are provided on the fastening face portion, and the arc-shaped wall portion is configured to be spaced apart from a fastening seat portion of a fastening member to be fastened to the fastening portion 11, having a constant distance therebetween.

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Номер записи: 68
12-03-2020 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20200079449A1
Автор: Eck Brian, Esala Mark, Hughes Ryan, Hulstein Andrew, Kennedy Craig, Kuiken Adam Eric, Mazour Scott, Schoenecker Peter, Seal John, Sorenson Derek, Spindler Jared
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A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda movable engine-access panel positioned rearwardly of the passenger area.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the engine-access panel is positioned in a cargo area positioned rearwardly of the passenger area.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned above the bottom of the radiator.5. The off-road vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the radiator has a top claim 4 , wherein the at least one seat has ...

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Номер записи: 69
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Automotive Construction Machine, as well as Lifting Column for a Construction Machine

Номер: US20180086167A1
Автор: Busley Peter, Tewes Günter
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Disclosed is an automotive road construction machine, particularly a recycler or a cold stripping machine, comprising an engine frame that is supported by a chassis, a working roller which is stationarily or pivotally mounted on the engine frame and is used for machining a ground surface or road surface. The chassis is provided with wheels or tracked running gears which are connected to the engine frame via lifting column and are vertically adjustable relative to the engine frame. Each individually vertically adjustable lifting column is equipped with a device for measuring the actual vertical state of the lifting column. 136-. (canceled)37. A road construction machine , comprising:a machine frame;a working drum supported from the machine frame for working a ground surface or traffic surface;a plurality of ground engaging supports for supporting the construction machine on the ground surface or traffic surface;a plurality of lifting columns, each one of the lifting columns being connected between the machine frame and one of the ground engaging supports, each one of the lifting columns including two telescoping hollow column members and at least one piston-cylinder unit located within the telescoping hollow column members for adjusting a height of the lifting column so that each one of the lifting columns is individually adjustable in height relative to the machine frame, each lifting column having a lifting position corresponding to a position of one of the two telescoping hollow column members relative to the other of the two telescoping hollow column members, wherein each of the lifting columns includes a lifting column support at a lower end of the lifting column, each lifting column support being attached to one of the ground engaging supports; anda plurality of distance sensors, one of said distance sensors being attached to each of the lifting column supports and arranged to measure a vertical distance of the lifting column support from the ground surface or ...

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Номер записи: 70
21-03-2019 дата публикации

MOTOR GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190084627A1
Автор: HAWKINS ADRIAN, Heaton Anthony A., Jennes Steve, LYNK Kevin M., Mackelprang Morgan, Milton Trevor R.
Принадлежит: NIKOLA MOTOR COMPANY LLC

A motor gearbox and suspension arrangement is provided for a vehicle. The arrangement includes a drive system for driving a wheel of the vehicle, and the drive system includes an electric motor and a gear train associated with the motor. The arrangement further includes a housing that receives the motor and the gear train, and a suspension control arm having a first end configured to be connected to the vehicle and a second end configured to be connected to the housing. 1. A motor gearbox and suspension arrangement for a vehicle having a knuckle that supports a wheel , the arrangement comprising:a drive system for driving the wheel of the vehicle, the drive system including an electric motor and a gear train associated with the motor;a housing that receives and encloses the motor and the gear train; anda suspension control arm having a first end configured to be connected to the knuckle of the vehicle and a second end configured to be pivotally connected directly to the housing.2. The arrangement of further comprising an additional drive system for driving an additional wheel of the vehicle claim 1 , the additional drive system including an additional electric motor and an additional gear train associated with the additional electric motor claim 1 , wherein the additional electric motor and the additional gear train are received in and enclosed by the housing.3. The arrangement of wherein at least a portion of the drive system has a generally inverse orientation with respect to at least a portion of the additional drive system in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle when the arrangement is mounted on the vehicle claim 2 , so that the at least a portion of the drive system and the at least a portion of the additional drive system are offset with respect to each other in the longitudinal direction when the arrangement is mounted on the vehicle.4. The arrangement of wherein the gear train and the additional gear train at least partially overlap each other in a ...

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Номер записи: 71
07-04-2016 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL VEHICLE WITH RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Номер: US20160096407A1
Автор: Dames Matthew W.
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A system and method for raising and lowering a vehicle. The system includes a four-bar linkage provided for each wheel. The four-bar linkage includes a first three linkage assembly and a second three linkages assembly. The first three linkage assembly maintains the orientation of the vehicle relative to the wheel during the lifting and lowering while the second linkage assembly provides the power to lift and lower the vehicle. Power provided by a hydraulic cylinder is pivotably coupled to the second linkage assembly. A steering assembly is provided between the four-bar linkage assembly and the wheel. The four-bar linkage vehicle lifting assembly may be provided on agricultural vehicles, construction vehicles, or any desired vehicle. 1. A vehicle comprising:(a) a frame;(b) a wheel;(c) a leg coupled to the wheel; (i) a first linkage assembly pivotably coupled to the frame at a first point and coupled to the leg at a second point;', '(ii) a second linkage assembly pivotably coupled to the frame at a third point and coupled to the leg at a fourth point;', '(iii) wherein the first point is above the third point;', '(iv) wherein the second point is above the fourth point;', '(v) wherein the second linkage extends from the first point below the first linkage, to a connection point above the first linkage, to the second point below the second linkage; and, '(d) a closed chain linkage assembly comprising(e) a linear actuator coupled to the first linkage and to the connection point in a manner that lifts the frame relative to the wheel when the linear actuator is actuated in a first direction, and that lowers the frame relative to the wheel when the linear actuator is actuated in a second direction.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein a closed chain linkage assembly has a lifting height of at least one half of a meter.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein a closed chain linkage assembly has a lifting height of at least one meter.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the wheel has ...

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Номер записи: 72
07-04-2016 дата публикации

CHASSIS CONTROL ARM WITH AN AIR-GUIDING DEVICE

Номер: US20160096409A1
Автор: Bromme Gero, Eichler Mario
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A chassis control arm includes an air-guiding device, wherein the chassis control arm has at least one terminal bearing section and a middle section, wherein the at least one terminal bearing section has supports for supporting the chassis control arm on a further vehicle component (such as for example a wheel carrier, a subframe, or directly on a vehicle body), wherein the air-guiding device has a flat air-guiding element and a connecting section, wherein the connecting section has at least one elastically bendable connecting element which is detachably fastened on a contact section of the supports, and wherein the contact section protrudes from a side web of the chassis control arm. 1. A chassis control arm , comprising an air-guiding device ,said chassis control arm having at least one terminal bearing section and a middle section said at least one terminal bearing section having a support for supporting the chassis control arm on a vehicle component,said air-guiding device having a flat air-guiding element and a connecting section, said connecting section having at least one elastically bendable connecting element which is detachably fastened on a contact section of the support, said contact section protruding from a side web of the chassis control arm.2. The chassis control arm of claim 1 , wherein the contact section is formed by a passage of a bearing opening or by an outer sleeve of a sleeve bearing inserted into the bearing opening.3. The chassis control arm of claim 1 , wherein the air-guiding element in a mounted state extends across a bottom side of the chassis control arm.4. The chassis control arm of claim 1 , wherein the at least one connecting element at least partially engages form fittingly around the contact section.5. The chassis control arm of claim 1 , wherein the chassis control arm has two opposing said terminal bearing sections claim 1 , said middle section being arranged between the two bearing sections.6. The chassis control arm of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 73
05-04-2018 дата публикации

Movable rig and steering system

Номер: US20180093705A1
Автор: Bogdan Bodnar, Donald Leonard BURLET, Kameron Wayne Konduc, Roman Konowalec, Timothy H. Watson, Van Hy NGUYEN
Принадлежит: DRECO ENERGY SERVICES ULC

A drill rig with a steering system may include a substructure having a wheelhouse, a drill floor arranged atop the substructure, a mast extending upwardly and above the drill floor, and a steering system arranged within the wheelhouse. The steering system may include a wheel assembly comprising an electric motor configured for driving rotational motion of a wheel, a deployment device configuring for deploying the wheel assembly to carry the drill rig, and a steering mechanism configured for selective engagement with the wheel assembly and rotating the wheel assembly.

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Номер записи: 74
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Machine suspension and height adjustment with rotary actuator

Номер: US20150102572A1
Автор: James Slawson
Принадлежит: AGCO Corp

An assembly for supporting a vehicle chassis on a wheel of the vehicle includes a wheel attachment component for attaching the assembly to the wheel, a chassis attachment component for attaching the assembly to the chassis, and a suspension component for regulating motion transfer between the wheel attachment component and the chassis attachment component. The chassis attachment component includes a hydraulic rotary actuator for attaching to the vehicle chassis and selectively pivoting the assembly relative to the chassis.

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Номер записи: 75
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Vehicle with chassis height adjustment

Номер: US20150102593A1
Автор: James Slawson
Принадлежит: AGCO Corp

A machine includes a chassis, a plurality of ground engaging elements supporting the chassis above a ground surface, a motor for driving at least one of the ground engaging elements and a plurality of assemblies supporting the chassis on the ground engaging elements. Each of the assemblies is configured to selectively raise and lower the chassis relative to the ground surface and includes a first attachment component for attaching the assembly to one of the ground engaging elements, a second attachment component for attaching the assembly to the chassis, an adjustment component for shifting the first attachment component between a plurality of operating positions relative to the second attachment component. A control system allows an operator to remotely control the adjustment components of each of the assemblies.

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Номер записи: 76
14-04-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION MEMBER

Номер: US20160101660A1
Автор: Wolf-Monheim Friedrich Peter
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A suspension member for connecting a vehicle wheel to a vehicle. In one example, the suspension member is a control arm having a control arm body and at least one bearing receiver having a bushing. The control arm body has a recess or opening extending one direction. The control arm body has a reinforcing structure in the recess or opening. The reinforcing structure formed of a material different from that of the control arm body. For example, the reinforcing structure is formed from a fiber-reinforced plastic, while the control arm body at least in regions comprises a lightweight metal or metal alloy. 1. A suspension member comprising:an elongated body, formed of a first material, having first and second apertures and an opening;a bushing having an inner member and an elastic portion located in each of said first and second apertures; anda reinforcing member, formed of a second material, located in said opening.2. The suspension member of wherein said first material is metal and said second material is plastic.3. The suspension member of wherein said plastic is fiber-reinforced.4. The suspension member of wherein said fiber is selected from the group consisting of metal claim 3 , glass claim 3 , carbon claim 3 , aramide claim 3 , and natural fibers.5. The suspension member of wherein said reinforcing member spans said opening and said contacts said elongated body.6. The suspension member of wherein said elongated body includes an outer surface;a wall extending between said outer surface and said opening; andsaid reinforcing member includes two crossing webs, each web extending across said opening and contacting said wall.7. The suspension member of wherein said two crossing webs are separate at their crossing point.8. The suspension member of wherein said crossing webs are mechanically connected to said wall.9. The suspension member of wherein said crossing webs are adhesively connected to said wall.10. A suspension member comprising:an elongated body, formed of a ...

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Номер записи: 77
21-04-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION LINK AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20160107494A1
Автор: Narita Akira
Принадлежит:

[Problem] To provide a suspension link having excellent reliability in strength or the like of a coupling portion of the suspension link while being inexpensive. 1. A production method for a suspension link having a tire coupling portion that rotatably couples a tire to a suspension and a suspension coupling portion that is coupled to a frame-like member constituting the suspension , the method comprising:a bending process in which a plate is bent, a bent portion of the bent plate is formed into a hollow shape, and the hollow shape is used as one of the tire coupling portion and the suspension coupling portion; andan edge bending process in which an outer peripheral edge portion of the plate is bent prior to the bending process,wherein the outer peripheral edge portion of the plate is bent by the edge bending process, the outer peripheral edge portion of the plate including an area from an arm which is configured to connect the tire coupling portion with the suspension coupling portion to the bent portion serving as the tire coupling portion or the suspension coupling portion.2. The production method for a suspension link according to claim 1 , further comprising a punching process in which at least one end of the long plate in a longitudinal direction is punched out to form a through-hole prior to the bending process claim 1 , wherein the other of the tire coupling portion and the suspension coupling portion is configured by the through-hole formed by the punching process.3. The production method for a suspension link according to claim 2 , whereinthe plate is divided into at least two plate pieces by the bent portion in the bending process, a first through-hole is formed on one of the plate pieces and a second through-hole is formed on the other of the plate pieces in the punching process, andthe plate is bent in the bending process such that the first through-hole and the second through-hole are inserted, and the one of the plate pieces in the first through-hole ...

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Номер записи: 78
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Automobile undercarriage component

Номер: US20180105002A1
Автор: Hiroaki Hosoi, Hiroaki Watanabe, Keita Okada
Принадлежит: Kobe Steel Ltd

An automobile undercarriage component has at least three elongated arms, each including a web and a rib having an inner wall surface. One of the three elongated arms is a first arm having a first one of the ribs and at least one of the three elongated arms is a second arm having a second one of the ribs. For each of the second ones of the ribs, the leading end of the respective second one of the ribs has a width in the direction parallel to the plane of the web and transverse to the direction of elongation of the arm which is narrower than the width of a leading end of the first one of the ribs, as an inner wall surface is disposed closer to an opposing outer wall surface in the respective second one of the ribs as compared to the first one of the ribs.

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Номер записи: 79
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Engine mounting assembly for a work vehicle

Номер: US20210122224A1
Автор: Jesse J. Bender
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

An engine mounting assembly includes a front frame element defining, in part, a structural load bearing assembly, a differential case mounted to the frame at a frame mounting area, and an oil pan having upright and bottom walls defining an oil sump. The differential case has an opening configured to receive an axle assembly and has walls defining a pan-receiving recess. The oil pan is configured to conform to the pan-receiving recess to be supported by the differential case and overlap the frame mounting area. The oil pan has a mounting flange extending from the upright walls and mounting bores that receives mounting bolts for coupling the oil pan to the engine and the oil pan to the differential case. The differential case and the oil pan form part of the structural load bearing assembly of the work vehicle to transfer structural loads to and from the front frame element.

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Номер записи: 80
02-04-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION ARM

Номер: US20200101807A1
Автор: MATSUSHITA Kosuke, NOZAKI Hidehiro
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A vehicle suspension arm includes: a wheel support portion which supports a wheel through a ball joint serving as a joining member; a front side vehicle body installation portion serving as a vehicle body installation portion which is installed in a vehicle body; and a wheel side portion which joins the wheel support portion to the front side vehicle body installation portion. The wheel side portion includes an offset portion, which has a cross-sectional shape with a gravity center being offset upward or downward from a straight line that connects the ball joint to the front side vehicle body installation portion. 1. A vehicle suspension arm comprising:a wheel support portion configured to support a wheel through a joining member;a vehicle body installation portion to be installed in a vehicle body; anda wheel side portion configured to join the wheel support portion to the vehicle body installation portion, whereinthe wheel side portion of the vehicle suspension arm includes an offset portion, andthe offset portion has a cross-sectional shape with a gravity center offset upward or downward relative to an axis of a load indicating a component force to be applied from the wheel to the vehicle body when the load is inputted from a lateral side of the vehicle to the wheel.2. The vehicle suspension arm according to claim 1 , wherein the offset portion is installed in a region on the wheel side portion located substantially at equal distances from the joining member and from the vehicle body installation portion.3. The vehicle suspension arm according to claim 1 , wherein an offset amount of the offset portion is set to be gradually increased from any of the wheel support portion and the vehicle body installation portion toward a center of the offset portion.4. The vehicle suspension arm according to claim 1 , wherein the wheel side portion includesa reverse side wall erected in an opposite direction to an offset direction, anda forward side wall erected in the offset ...

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Номер записи: 81
02-04-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY FRONT STRUCTURE

Номер: US20200102012A1
Автор: IMANISHI Hiroshi, MATSUSHITA Kosuke, Sakai Kazuhiro
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A vehicle body front structure includes: a front subframe; left and right suspension lower arms swingably supported by the front subframe; and a steering gearbox supported by the front subframe. The front subframe includes left and right longitudinal members extending in a fore-and-aft direction, a cross member extending laterally and joined to the longitudinal members, and front and rear lower arm supports provided on each longitudinal member to be spaced from each other in the fore-and-aft direction and swingably supporting the corresponding lower arm. The steering gearbox includes a laterally extending rack shaft and a pair of joints provided at either end of the rack shaft and joined to ends of respective tie rods. The longitudinal members extend obliquely to approach each other toward rear, and the rear lower arm supports are positioned more laterally inward than the respective joints when the rack shaft is in a neutral position. 1. A vehicle body front structure , comprising:a front subframe;a pair of left and right lower arms swingably supported by the front subframe, each lower arm being a part of a corresponding suspension; anda steering gearbox supported by the front subframe,wherein the front subframe includes a pair of left and right longitudinal members extending in a fore-and-aft direction, a cross member extending laterally and joined to the longitudinal members, and a front lower arm support and a rear lower arm support provided on each longitudinal member to be spaced from each other in the fore-and-aft direction and swingably supporting the corresponding lower arm,the steering gearbox includes a laterally extending rack shaft and a pair of joints provided at either end of the rack shaft and joined to ends of respective tie rods,the longitudinal members extend obliquely so as to approach each other toward rear, andthe rear lower arm supports are positioned more laterally inward than the respective joints when the rack shaft is in a neutral position. ...

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Номер записи: 82
02-04-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY FRONT STRUCTURE

Номер: US20200102013A1
Автор: IMANISHI Hiroshi, KOSHIISHI Takehiko, MATSUSHITA Kosuke, Sakai Kazuhiro
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A vehicle body front structure includes: a front subframe; left and right suspension lower arms swingably supported by the front subframe; and a steering gearbox supported by the front subframe. The front subframe includes left and right longitudinal members extending in a fore-and-aft direction, a cross member extending laterally and joined to the longitudinal members, and a front lower arm support and a rear lower arm support provided on each longitudinal member to be spaced from each other in the fore-and-aft direction and swingably supporting the corresponding lower arm. The steering gearbox includes a laterally extending rack shaft and a pair of joints provided at either end of the rack shaft and joined to ends of respective tie rods. The longitudinal members extend obliquely so as to approach each other toward rear, and each front lower arm support is positioned more rearward than the steering gearbox. 1. A vehicle body front structure , comprising:a front subframe;a pair of left and right lower arms swingably supported by the front subframe, each lower arm being a part of a corresponding suspension; anda steering gearbox supported by the front subframe,wherein the front subframe includes a pair of left and right longitudinal members extending in a fore-and-aft direction, a cross member extending laterally and joined to the longitudinal members, and a front lower arm support and a rear lower arm support provided on each longitudinal member to be spaced from each other in the fore-and-aft direction and swingably supporting the corresponding lower arm,the steering gearbox includes a laterally extending rack shaft and a pair of joints provided at either end of the rack shaft and joined to ends of respective tie rods,the longitudinal members extend obliquely so as to approach each other toward rear, andeach front lower arm support is positioned more rearward than the steering gearbox.2. The vehicle body rear structure according to claim 1 , wherein in plan view ...

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Номер записи: 83
29-04-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210124806A1
Автор: Blaschko Matthew, Chakravarty Punarjay, Lakehal-ayat Mohsen, Palandri Jacopo, Thomas Sinnu Susan, Wolf-Monheim Friedrich Peter
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A computer, including a processor and a memory, the memory including instructions to be executed by the processor to simulate behavior of a vehicle suspension component based on sampling a geometry space including vehicle suspension component hard-points using Gaussian process modeling and determine one or more vehicle suspension component geometries including vehicle suspension component hard-points based on first kinematic curves corresponding to behavior of the vehicle suspension component. 1. A computer , comprising a processor; and simulate behavior of a vehicle suspension component based on sampling a geometry space including vehicle suspension component hard-points using Gaussian process modeling; and', 'determine one or more vehicle suspension component geometries including the vehicle suspension component hard-points based on first kinematic curves corresponding to behavior of the vehicle suspension component., 'a memory, the memory including instructions to be executed by the processor to2. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle suspension component hard-points are locations at which the vehicle suspension component attaches to a vehicle body.3. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle suspension component is a MacPherson strut including a lower control arm that attaches a vehicle wheel to the vehicle.4. The computer of claim 3 , wherein manufacturing the vehicle includes configuring the vehicle suspension component according to determined suspension parameters including attaching the vehicle suspension components at determined hard-points to permit a vehicle wheel to move relative to the vehicle including steering the vehicle wheel.5. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the first kinematic curves include curves describing vehicle wheel attitude and vehicle suspension travel.6. The computer of claim 1 , the instructions further including instructions to sample the geometry space including vehicle suspension component hard-points based on Bayesian ...

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Номер записи: 84
28-04-2016 дата публикации

INDUSTRIAL TRUCK

Номер: US20160115005A1
Автор: Albrecht Clemens, Plachta Dominik
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An industrial truck has a drive part and a load part. The drive part has at least one steerable drive wheel and at least one supporting wheel. The drive part has a full-floating axle which has two arms which are in each case mounted in a rotational joint and of which one bears the supporting wheel and one bears the drive wheel. Each arm is coupled to the drive part via a spring damping element. 1. An industrial truck comprising:a drive part having at least one steerable drive wheel and at least one support wheel;said drive part including a full-floating axle;said full-floating axle having a first arm and a second arm and having a rotational joint supporting each of said first and second arms;said first arm carrying said steerable drive wheel and said second arm carrying said support wheela first resilient damping element coupling said first arm to said drive part; and,a second resilient damping element coupling said second arm to said drive part.2. The industrial truck of claim 1 , wherein said rotational joint is a single rotational joint of said full-floating axle and said first and second arms are supported in said single rotational joint.3. The industrial truck of claim 2 , wherein said single rotational joint is arranged at the midpoint of said full-floating axle.4. The industrial truck of claim 2 , wherein said single rotational joint is arranged off-center in said full-floating axle.5. The industrial truck of claim 4 , wherein said first arm is shorter than said second arm.6. The industrial truck of claim 1 , wherein each of said first and second resilient damping elements has a hard stop.7. The industrial truck of claim 1 , wherein said industrial truck is a reach truck or a high rack stacker.8. The industrial truck of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said first and second resilient damping elements is configured for an intrinsic frequency.9. The industrial truck of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said first and second resilient damping elements is ...

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Номер записи: 85
09-06-2022 дата публикации

Suspension assembly, suspension damping device and six wheels bionic chassis

Номер: US20220176765A1
Автор: Chang Hai ZHENG, Yuan Gao
Принадлежит: Dalu Robotech technology Beijing Co Ltd, Suzhou Dalu Robotech Technology Co Ltd

A suspension damping device installed at a chassis of a mobile robot comprises a vehicle frame, a controlling arm set and a damping device. The vehicle frame is fixed to the chassis and arranged on the ground. One end of the controlling arm set is hinged to the vehicle frame, and the other end of the controlling arm set is hinged to a steering device, so the controlling arm set controls the motion stability of the steering device. One end of the damping device opposite to the ground is hinged to the vehicle frame, and the other end of the damping device faced to the ground is hinged to the steering device. A six-wheeled bionic chassis which comprises a chassis frame, a controller, a sensor, front wheel suspension assemblies, middle wheel suspension assemblies and rear wheel suspension assemblies is also disclosed in the present invention.

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Номер записи: 86
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Axle Carrier of a Vehicle Having a Bearing Part for an Anti-Roll Bar

Номер: US20190111745A1
Автор: STANGL Matthias
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An axle carrier of a vehicle has a bearing part for an anti-roll bar. The bearing part has a bearing seat in the manner of a pipe clamp, is fastened releasably to the axle carrier, and is provided with a shaped-out formation which assumes a further function. The shaped-out formation is a lever arm which is oriented at least partially in the direction of the vehicle outer side and is designed so as to introduce a portion of the impact force into the axle carrier in the case of a vehicle impact with only a partial overlap. An additional supporting structure for reinforcement purposes for the case of an impact is provided on the bearing part, which supporting structure is fastened in a non-positive manner to a longitudinal carrier and to a crossmember of the axle carrier. 1. An axle carrier of a vehicle , comprising:a bearing part for an anti-roll bar, whereinthe bearing part has a bearing seat formed as a pipe clamp,the bearing part is fastened releasably to the axle carrier,the bearing part is provided with a shaped-out formation having an additional function,the shaped-out formation is a lever arm oriented at least partially in a direction of an outer side of the vehicle, andthe lever arm is configured so as to introduce a portion of an impact force into the axle carrier in an event of a vehicle collision with only a partial overlap.2. The axle carrier as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe bearing part comprises an additional supporting structure for reinforcement in the event of the vehicle collision, andthe additional supporting structure is fastened in a non-positive manner to a longitudinal carrier and to a crossmember of the axle carrier.3. The axle carrier as claimed in claim 2 , whereinthe additional supporting structure also comprises a section engaging around the anti-roll bar in a pipe clamp manner. This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119 from German Patent Application No. 10 2017 218 276.8, filed Oct. 12, 2017, the entire disclosure of which ...

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Номер записи: 87
05-05-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20160121674A1
Автор: CHA Seung Hwan
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A suspension system for a vehicle that is capable of preventing a lower pad from being separated from a lower arm by elastic force of a spring. The lower pad of the suspension system for a vehicle includes an elastically deformable part made of a material deformable by elastic force of the spring, and a base part made of a material harder than the material of the elastically deformable part, and coupled to the lower arm. 1. A suspension system for a vehicle , comprising:a spring which configured to support a load of a vehicle body;a lower arm disposed at a lower side of the spring and configured to support the spring; anda lower pad disposed at an upper side of the lower arm and on which the spring is seated,wherein the lower pad comprises an elastically deformable part comprising a material deformable by elastic force of the spring, and a base part comprising a material harder than the material of the elastically deformable part, and coupled to the lower arm.2. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the elastically deformable part and the base part are integrally formed.3. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the elastically deformable part comprises:a spring seating portion on which the spring is seated; anda spring insertion portion configured to protrude upward inside the spring seating portion and configured to be insertable into the spring.4. The suspension system of claim 3 , wherein an anti-rotation protrusion claim 3 , which is configured to come into contact with a lower end of the spring and prevent rotation of the spring claim 3 , and an anti-withdrawal protrusion claim 3 , which is configured to come into contact with a side surface of the spring and prevent withdrawal of the spring claim 3 , are formed on the spring seating portion.5. The suspension system of claim 4 , wherein:the anti-rotation protrusion protrudes at an upper side of the spring seating portion and extends from the spring insertion portion; andthe anti-withdrawal protrusion ...

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Номер записи: 88
05-05-2016 дата публикации

WHEEL GUIDE ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE WHEEL

Номер: US20160121676A1
Автор: Drabon Rodscha, TÖWS Rudi, VON-DER-KALL Jürgen, ZUBER ARMIN
Принадлежит: Benteler Automobiltechnik GmbH

The present invention relates to a wheel guide assembly for a wheel of a vehicle, comprising: a bearing bolt (), a wheel control arm () which comprises a bearing () with a bearing eye (), wherein the bearing bolt () is extended through the bearing eye (), a bearing support () having a first support limb () and a second support limb () for accommodating the bearing () of the wheel control arm (), wherein a first guide recess () is formed in the first support limb () and a second guide recess () is formed in the second support limb () for the guided displacement of the bearing bolt () into a specific mounted position, wherein the bearing bolt () is extended through the first guide recess () and the second guide recess (), and a first retaining element () and a second retaining element () which hold the bearing bolt () in the specific mounted position in the first guide recess () and in the second guide recess (), wherein the first retaining element () is inseparably connectable to the first support limb () and wherein the second retaining element () is inseparably connectable to the second support limb (). 1. A wheel guide assembly for a wheel of a vehicle , comprising:a bearing bolt;a wheel control arm which comprises a bearing with a bearing eye, wherein the bearing bolt is extended through the bearing eye;a bearing support having a first support limb and a second support limb for accommodating the bearing of the wheel control arm, wherein a first guide recess is formed in the first support limb and a second guide recess is formed in the second support limb for the guided displacement of the bearing bolt into a specific mounted position, wherein the bearing bolt is extended through the first guide recess and the second guide recess; anda first retaining element and a second retaining element which hold the bearing bolt in the specific mounted position in the first guide recess and in the second guide recess, wherein the first retaining element is inseparably ...

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Номер записи: 89
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Suspension Member for a Motor Vehicle and Method of Forming the Same

Номер: US20160121677A1
Автор: Kurbel Peter, Meier Christoph
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A suspension member for a motor vehicle including a control arm or transverse link having a ball joint seat for receiving a press-fit ball joint. The ball joint seat including a reinforcement section formed from the material of the suspension member in a region thereof provided for friction or press-fit contact with the ball joint. A method for producing the control arm or transverse link includes increasing the material thickness of the reinforcement section by deformation. 1. A component for a wheel suspension comprising:a member having a material thickness and a ball joint seat;said ball joint seat having an opening and a reinforcement structure surrounding said opening; andsaid reinforcement structure having a material thickness, said material thickness being greater than said material thickness of said member.2. The component of including said reinforcement structure circumscribing said opening claim 1 , said reinforcement structure forming an inner wall of said opening wherein said inner wall forms an engagement surface of said ball joint seat extending between an upper end of said inner wall of said reinforcement structure and a lower end of said inner wall of said reinforcement structure defining an engagement surface thickness; andsaid engagement surface thickness greater than said material thickness of said member.3. The component of including a ball joint claim 1 , said ball joint positioned in said ball joint seat in a press-fit connection.4. The component of including said member having a material thickness adjacent said reinforcement structure claim 1 , said material thickness adjacent said reinforcement structure being less than said material thickness of said reinforcement structure and said material thickness of said member.5. The component of in which material of the member is upset in the region of the reinforcement structure.6. The component of wherein the member is a transverse link having a single-shell form.7. The component of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 90
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Suspension Member for a Motor Vehicle and Method of Making Same

Номер: US20160121678A1
Автор: Kurbel Peter, Meier Christoph
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A control arm or transverse link having a ball joint seat for receiving a press-fit ball joint. The material of a portion of the ball joint seat in a region provided for press-fit contact with the ball joint having a reduced material thickness. A method for producing the control arm or transverse link includes reducing a wall thickness of the ball joint seat by deformation or material severing. 1. A vehicle suspension member comprising:a link having a material thickness and a ball joint seat;said ball joint seat having a flange, said flange including a wall having an inner side, said inner side in contact with a ball joint; andsaid flange having a material thickness, said material thickness being smaller than said material thickness of said link.2. The suspension member of wherein the material thickness of said flange is less than half that of said material thickness of said material thickness of said link.3. The suspension member of wherein the inner side of said flange in contact with said ball joint is in the form of a press-fit seat.4. The suspension member of wherein the material thickness of said flange extends longitudinally along said flange in that area wherein said inner side of said flange contacts said ball joint.5. The suspension member of being a one-piece construction claim 1 , wherein said link and said flange integrally formed from a single material.6. The suspension member of wherein said flange is a continuous part of and an extension of said link.7. The suspension member of wherein material protruding outwardly in the radial direction in the region of an opening of the ball joint seat is severed off.8. The suspension member of wherein said link is a single-shell member.94. The suspension member of wherein said ball joint () is press-fit into said ball joint seat.10. A method for producing suspension member of the motor vehicle comprising the steps of:providing a metal sheet having an initial material thickness;providing a tool for cutting and ...

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Номер записи: 91
05-05-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION MEMBER FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

Номер: US20160121679A1
Автор: Kueppers Theo, Meier Christoph, Papic Ivica
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A suspension member having an arm member and a ball joint section. The ball joint section having an opening receiving a press fit ball joint. The material of the ball joint section having a smaller material thickness than the material of the arm member. The ball joint section connected to the arm member. 1. A suspension member for a motor vehicle comprising:an arm member having a material thickness;a ball joint section having a material thickness and an opening for receiving a ball joint; andsaid material thickness of said ball joint section being smaller than said material thickness of said arm member.2. The suspension member of wherein the material thickness of said ball joint section in the area adjacent said opening provided for receiving the ball joint is approximately half that of the material thickness of said arm member.3. The suspension member of wherein the material thickness of said ball joint section is smaller over its entire extent than the material thickness of said arm member.4. The suspension member of wherein the material thickness of said ball joint section is smaller in a region of said ball joint section provided for a press fit contact with the ball joint.5. The suspension member of wherein said opening is defined by an outwardly extending flange portion claim 1 , said flange portion formed from the material of said ball joint section whereby the material thickness of said flange portion is smaller than the material thickness of said arm or link section.6. The suspension member of wherein said ball joint section is welded to said arm member.7. The suspension member of wherein material protruding outwardly in a radial direction in a region of the opening of the ball joint section is severed off.8. The suspension member of wherein said arm member is of single-shell form.9. The suspension member of wherein said ball joint is press-fit into said opening in said ball joint section.10. A method for producing suspension member of a motor vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 92
03-05-2018 дата публикации

Universal Wishbone Trailing Arm

Номер: US20180117982A1
Автор: Gordon Robby, Niemiec Mike
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A universal wishbone trailing arm and methods are provided for coupling a wheel to a vehicle chassis. The universal wishbone trailing arm comprises a wheel hub that fastenably receives the wheel. A cylindrical axle support supports one or more roller bearings whereby the wheel hub is rotatable. A first swing arm and a second swing arm extend forwardly from a joined swing arm. The cylindrical axle support is coupled to a rear of the joined swing arm. A first chassis mount hingedly couples the first swing arm to the vehicle chassis. A second chassis mount hingedly couples the second swing arm to an articulated mount which is configured to couple the second swing arm to the vehicle chassis. The articulated mount cooperates with the first second swing arms to change the camber of the wheel, such that a tracking of the wheels remains substantially unchanged during traveling over rough terrain. 1. A universal wishbone trailing arm for coupling a wheel to a vehicle chassis , comprising:a wheel hub configured to fastenably receive the wheel;a cylindrical axle support including one or more roller bearings whereby the wheel hub is rotatable;a first swing arm and a second swing arm extending forwardly from a joined swing arm, the cylindrical axle support being coupled to a rear of the joined swing arm;a first chassis mount configured to hingedly couple the first swing arm to the vehicle chassis; anda second chassis mount configured to hingedly couple the second swing arm to an articulated mount configured to couple the second swing arm to the vehicle chassis.2. The trailing arm of claim 1 , wherein the articulated mount is configured to cooperate with the first swing arm and the second swing arm so as to change a camber angle of the wheel claim 1 , such that a tracking of the wheels remains substantially unchanged during traveling over rough terrain.3. The trailing arm of claim 1 , wherein a centerline of the first and second swing arms claim 1 , and a centerline of the wheel ...

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Номер записи: 93
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Multi-Bar Linkage Electric Drive System

Номер: US20200112239A1
Автор: Fofonoff Timothy A., HUNTER Ian W., Ljubicic Dean, Madden Peter, Moriarty Thomas, Purchase Scott T.
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An electric drive system including: a rotary motor system including a hub assembly, a first rotating assembly, a second rotating assembly, and a third rotating assembly, wherein the hub assembly defines a rotational axis about which the first rotating assembly, the second rotating assembly, and the third rotating assembly are coaxially aligned and are capable of independent rotational movement independent of each other; a multi-bar linkage mechanism connected to each of the first and third rotating assemblies and connected to the hub assembly and constraining movement of the hub assembly so that the rotational axis of the hub assembly moves along a defined path that is in a transverse direction relative to the rotational axis and wherein the multi-bar linkage mechanism causes the rotational axis of the hub assembly to translate along the defined path in response to relative rotation of the first rotating assembly and the third rotating assembly with respect to each other. 1a rotary motor system comprising a hub assembly, a magnetic rotor assembly, a first coil stator assembly, and a second coil stator assembly, wherein the hub assembly defines a rotational axis and wherein each of the magnetic rotor assembly, the first coil stator assembly, and the second coil stator assembly is coaxially aligned with the rotational axis and is capable of rotational movement about the rotational axis; anda multi-bar linkage mechanism connected to each of the first and second coil stator assemblies and connected to the hub assembly, said multi-bar linkage mechanism constraining movement of the hub assembly so that the rotational axis of the hub assembly moves along a defined path that is in a transverse direction relative to the rotational axis and wherein the multi-bar linkage mechanism causes the rotational axis of the hub assembly to translate along the defined path in response to relative rotation of the first coil stator assembly and the second coil stator assembly with respect ...

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Номер записи: 94
04-05-2017 дата публикации

SUSPENSION STABILIZATION SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20170120713A1
Автор: ARNOLD Bruce C, Buchwitz Joe L, Drozdowski James Adam
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A suspension stabilization system may include a stabilizer bar having an end configured to connect to a suspension component of a vehicle, and a torsion shaft with an end connected to the stabilizer bar. A locking mechanism may be configured to rotationally couple and decouple at least a portion of the torsion shaft with a portion of a frame of the vehicle. Methods relate to stabilizing a vehicle suspension. 1. A suspension stabilization system , comprising:a stabilizer bar having an end configured to connect to a suspension component of a vehicle;a torsion shaft with an end connected to the stabilizer bar; anda locking mechanism configured to prevent rotation of at least a portion of the torsion shaft relative to a portion of a frame of the vehicle when in a locked configuration.2. The suspension stabilization system of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer bar is connected to the torsion shaft via a splined interface.3. The suspension stabilization system of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer bar and the torsion shaft comprise a single claim 1 , unitary component.4. The suspension stabilization system of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the torsion shaft and at least a portion of the locking mechanism are disposed within a housing attached to the portion of the frame of the vehicle.5. The suspension stabilization system of claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism comprises a pinion gear positioned on the torsion shaft and a sliding lock gear configured to slide axially within a housing claim 1 , and wherein the pinion gear and the sliding lock gear each comprise gear teeth configured to intermesh when the sliding lock gear is in an engaged position.6. The suspension stabilization system of claim 5 , wherein the sliding lock gear comprises external protrusions configured to slide within recesses of the housing and prevent rotation of the sliding lock gear with respect to the housing.7. The suspension stabilization system of claim 6 , wherein the locking mechanism ...

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Номер записи: 95
04-05-2017 дата публикации

FOUR-WHEEL VEHICLE

Номер: US20170120715A1
Автор: SPITZBART Berthold
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In a four-wheel vehicle with vertically independently movable wheels (), diagonally opposite wheels ( or ) are connected to one another by respective cables () guided over deflection rollers ( to ). 1. A four-wheel vehicle with vertically independently movable wheels , wherein diagonally opposite wheels are connected to each other by a respective guided over deflection rollers.2. The four-wheel vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein one of the deflection rollers of each cable is connected to the vehicle by an equalizing traction cable.3. The four-wheel vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the equalizing traction cable acts on an adjusting rocker.4. The four-wheel vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the cables each have a chain section movable by a respective motor claim 1 , level sensors being provided for controlling the motors.5. The four-wheel vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the cables are guided partially in tubes that project upward and then bend to the horizontal.6. The four-wheel vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a star wheel is operatively connected to at least one of the wheel.7. A vehicle comprising:a chassis having four corners;respective vertically displaceable wheel mounts in the corners;two pairs of diagonally opposite wheels each carried on and vertically displaceable with a respective one of the mounts;a respective cable for each pair having one end operatively connected to the mount of one of the wheels of the respective pair and an opposite end connected to the other of the wheels of the respective pair;respective sets of guides over which each of the cables are engaged between the respective ends; andmeans for tautening the cables with a predetermined tension between the respective ends such that, when one wheel of one of the pairs moves upward, the respective cable pulls the other wheel of the one pair downward and vice versa.8. The vehicle defined in claim 7 , wherein the guides over which the cabled are engaged are sheaves.9. ...

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Номер записи: 96
24-07-2014 дата публикации

ADJUSTER, FRAME AND VEHICLE

Номер: US20140203544A1
Автор: INOUE Ryuta, Itou Ken, Sato Yuya
Принадлежит: Yamaha Motor Power Products Kabushiki Kaisha

A golf cart includes a frame, an adjuster, and a pair of suspension assemblies that reduce changes in camber angles in a pair of wheels caused by an adjustment of a ground clearance. The adjuster includes a pair of first adjusting portions and a pair of second adjusting portions. Each of the first adjusting portions includes a first upper hole and a first lower hole. Each of the second adjusting portions includes a second upper hole and a second lower hole. Each suspension assembly includes a damper and an arm portion. When the golf cart is set to a high ground clearance, the first adjusting portions are installed between the frame and the dampers, and the second adjusting portions are installed between the frame and the arm portions. 1. An adjuster for adjusting a ground clearance of a vehicle that includes a pair of strut suspension assemblies each including a damper , an arm portion , and a knuckle portion , the adjuster comprising:a pair of first adjusting portions each including a first upper hole and a first lower hole, the pair of first adjusting portions arranged to be installed between the dampers and a frame of the vehicle to adjust a position of the frame with respect to the dampers; anda pair of second adjusting portions each including a second upper hole and a second lower hole, the pair of second adjusting portions arranged to be installed between the arm portions and the frame of the vehicle at a height lower than the pair of first adjusting portions to adjust a position of the frame with respect to the arm portions whereina distance between the first upper hole and the first lower hole is equal or substantially equal to a distance between the second upper hole and the second lower hole.2. (canceled)3. The adjuster according to claim 1 , wherein the pair of first adjusting portions are integral with each other and included in a first adjusting member.4. The adjuster according to claim 1 , wherein the pair of second adjusting portions are integral with ...

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Номер записи: 97
25-08-2022 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20220266934A1
Автор: Eck Brian, Schoenecker Peter, Sorenson Derek, Spindler Jared
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A recreational off-highway vehicle includes side-by-side passenger and driver seats held within a chassis that is approximately 50 inches wide. The seats sit low in the chassis and are covered by a roll cage. Grab handles are positioned on the sides of the passenger seat. Select large round tubing protects the vehicle, while rectangular tubing frames the portions of the vehicle beneath body panels. The vehicle is powered by an engine rearward of the seats that is connected to a transaxle. The engine and transaxle are isolation mounted together with a portion of the air intake assembly. The vehicle is suited for rough terrain travel. 1. A side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicle having two front wheels and at least two rear wheels , the vehicle comprising:a chassis having a front portion, a middle portion, and a rear portion; the front portion being coupled to the front wheels, the rear portion being coupled to the rear wheels, and the middle portion surrounding an occupant compartment having at least two side-by-side seats for a driver and at least one passenger; wherein the chassis includes frame members of rectangular cross section and frame members of generally circular or oval cross section;an engine secured to the rear portion of the chassis;a transmission secured to the engine;a drive unit operably coupled to the transmission and drivingly coupled to the rear wheels, wherein the drive unit comprises a transaxle fastened to the engine;an airbox and a throttle body, wherein the airbox and the throttle body are secured to the engine and the transaxle so as to move with the engine and transaxle relative to the chassis;a plurality of body panels secured to the chassis, the body panels covering most of the frame members of rectangular cross section and leaving exposed a plurality of the frame members of generally circular or oval cross section; anda rear cargo box positioned above the drive unit, the rear cargo box having an opening covered with a movable door ...

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Номер записи: 98
25-04-2019 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20190118883A1
Автор: Eck Brian, Esala Mark, Hughes Ryan, Hulstein Andrew, Kennedy Craig, Mazour Scott, Schoenecker Peter, Seal John, Sorenson Derek, Spindler Jared
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A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda side panel that extends forward of the rear axle and rearward of the at least one seat, the side panel having an air inlet opening.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising one or more air intake ducts that pass air from the air inlet opening to one or more of the continuously variable transmission or an airbox that provides air to the engine.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned ...

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Номер записи: 99
25-04-2019 дата публикации

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20190118884A1
Автор: Eck Brian, Esala Mark, Hughes Ryan, Hulstein Andrew, Kennedy Craig, Mazour Scott, Schoenecker Peter, Seal John, Sorenson Derek, Spindler Jared
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A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda side panel that extends forward of the rear axle and rearward of the at least one seat.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a door panel and a foot panel positioned below the door panel claim 1 , the door panel and the foot panel extending forward of the side panel.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned above the bottom of the radiator.5. The off-road vehicle of claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 100