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01-03-2012 дата публикации

Front end assembly for a motor vehicle comprising a suspension with a transverse blade

Номер: US20120049482A1

Автор: Arnaud Lizot, Bernard Niclot

Принадлежит: PEUGEOT CITROEN AUTOMOBILES SA

The invention relates to a front end assembly for a motor vehicle, in particular for motor vehicle, supporting each of the steering wheels ( 11 ) of the vehicle by means of a pivoting wheel holder ( 4 ), said front end assembly comprising a suspension comprising a transverse blade ( 1 ) made of composite material, attached to the body shell ( 5 ) of the vehicle and each end portion ( 2 ) of which is rigidly connected to the pivoting wheel holder ( 4 ), characterized in that each end ( 10 ) of the transverse blade ( 1 ) is suspended under the body shell ( 5 ) of the vehicle by a holder ( 6 ) sandwiching the end ( 10 ) of the blade ( 1 ), and in that a means ( 12; 17 ) for taking-up the longitudinal stresses to the brakes is arranged between the holder ( 6 ) of the blade ( 1 ) and the pivoting wheel holder ( 4 ); the end ( 10 ) of the blade ( 1 ), the holder ( 6 ) and the force take-up means ( 12; 17 ) substantially and respectively defining the three sides of a suspension triangle.

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Номер записи: 1

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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Номер записи: 2

21-03-2013 дата публикации

Connecting Strut

Номер: US20130069335A1

Автор: Erdogan Cengiz

Принадлежит: TRW AUTOMOTIVE GMBH

A connecting strut for a chassis of a vehicle comprises an elongated carrier which has at least two carrier elements spaced apart from each other. The carrier elements are connected with each other at their ends by means of a respective connecting element. The carrier has a low torsional stiffness and a high bending stiffness with respect to its longitudinal axis. 1. A connecting strut for a chassis of a vehicle comprising an elongated carrier having at least two carrier elements spaced apart from each other which are connected with each other at their ends by a respective connecting element , wherein the carrier has a low torsional stiffness and a high bending stiffness with respect to its longitudinal axis.2. The connecting strut according to claim 1 , wherein at least one carrier element has a rectangular cross-section having substantially straight long sides.3. The connecting strut according to claim 1 , wherein at least one carrier element has an open profile cross-section claim 1 , the open area of the profile cross-section being directed outwards away from the respective other carrier element.4. The connecting strut according to claim 1 , wherein a cross-section of at least one carrier element has the shape of a rectangle the long sides of which are curved towards the respective other carrier element at least in a region of a neutral axis.5. The connecting strut according to claim 4 , wherein the curved carrier element has in the region of the neutral axis a smaller distance from the other carrier element than from an outer edge region thereof.6. The connecting strut according to claim 4 , wherein at least one carrier element has a cross-section having the shape of a segment of a circle.7. The connecting strut according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier elements have no angled area in a cross-section thereof.8. The connecting strut according to claim 1 , wherein the connecting elements by means of which the carrier elements are connected with each other at ...

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Номер записи: 3

18-04-2013 дата публикации

Shock Absorber Structure of Wheelchair Front Fork

Номер: US20130093155A1

Автор: Gong Gray

Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a shock absorber structure of a wheelchair front fork. A front wheel of the wheelchair is coupled to a fork body at a lower end of a front fork of the wheelchair. A mandrel is installed on the front fork. The front fork includes a U-shaped body at an upper end thereof. The mandrel is connected to an upper piece of the U-shaped body. Through elastic deformation of upper and lower pieces of the U-shaped body, the vibration from the front wheel can be absorbed, providing a shock absorption effect. Compared to the shock absorption device having a spring, the present invention has a simple configuration and is compact and pleasing. 1. A shock absorber structure of a wheelchair front fork , a front wheel of a wheelchair being coupled to a fork body at a lower end of a front fork , a mandrel being installed on the front fork , characterized in that: the front fork comprises a U-shaped body at an upper end thereof and the mandrel is connected to an upper piece of the U-shaped body.2. The shock absorber structure of a wheelchair front fork as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an elastic shock absorption block is provided in a U-shaped trough of the U-shaped body.3. The shock absorber structure of a wheelchair front fork as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the shock absorption block has an installation hole corresponding in position to the mandrel claim 2 , when installed claim 2 , a lower threaded section of the mandrel being inserted in the installation hole and locked by a nut which is disposed under the installation hole.4. The shock absorber structure of a wheelchair front fork as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the shock absorption block has an insertion trough corresponding to the upper piece of the U-shaped body of the front fork claim 2 , when installed claim 2 , the shock absorption block being connected to the U-shaped body with the upper piece of the U-shaped body to be inserted into the insertion trough.5. The shock absorber structure of a ...

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Номер записи: 4

18-04-2013 дата публикации

AXLE MODULE, IN PARTICULAR TWIST-BEAM REAR AXLE

Номер: US20130093156A1

Автор: Buschjohann Thomas, Hoelig Benjamin, Kiesel Andreas, Lachmund Heik, Schaller Enrico

Принадлежит: KSM CASTINGS GROUP GMBH

The invention relates to an axle module for a motor vehicle. The axle module is made up of two control arms which can be attached to the vehicle chassis, carry the wheels of the axle, and are connected with one another by way of an axle body. The connection between axle body and the respective control arm is an adhesive connection. 1. Axle module for a motor vehicle , consisting of two control arms , which can be attached to the vehicle chassis , carry the wheels of the axle , and are connected with one another by way of an axle body , wherein the connection between axle body and the control arm , in each instance , is an adhesive connection.2. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein the axle body is connected with the control arm claim 1 , in each instance claim 1 , with shape fit.3. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein the axle body is connected with the control arm claim 1 , in each instance claim 1 , with force fit.4. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein the axle body is connected with the control arm claim 1 , in each instance claim 1 , by means of screwing claim 1 , riveting claim 1 , clamping claim 1 , pressing claim 1 , crimping and/or clinching.5. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein the connection regions or connection surfaces on the axle body and/or on the control arm claim 1 , in each instance claim 1 , are machined.6. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein the axle body is produced from a different material than the control arms.7. Axle module according to claim 1 , wherein it claim 1 , preferably the control arm claim 1 , in each instance claim 1 , is produced in part from a light material.8. Axle module according to claim 7 , wherein the light material is a light metal claim 7 , a plastic claim 7 , or a composite of light metal and plastic.9. Axle module according to claim 8 , wherein the light metal consists of aluminum claim 8 , magnesium claim 8 , zinc claim 8 , or alloys with one or more of these metals.10. Axle module ...

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Номер записи: 5

23-05-2013 дата публикации

MULTI-LINK REAR WHEEL AXLE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130127130A1

Автор: Johne Michael, Schulz Achim

Принадлежит: DR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

Multi-link rear wheel axle for a vehicle connects a wheel support () to a vehicle body () with link arms in upper and lower link planes (). The upper link plane () has a link arm () configured as a track rod and front and rear transverse link arms () with articulation points () for the wheel support () and the vehicle body (). A longitudinal link arm () connects the rear transverse link () via an articulation point () near the wheel support () to the front transverse link () via an articulation point () near the vehicle body. Front and rear transverse link arms () in the lower link plane () have articulation points () for the wheel support () and the vehicle body () and form a virtual pole () outside the lower link plane () and behind the axle. 1. A multi-link rear wheel axle for a motor vehicle for connecting a wheel support to a vehicle body , comprising link arms arranged in upper and lower link planes , one link arm in the upper link plane being configured as a track rod , the upper link plane having rear and front transverse link arms , as viewed in the direction of driving , each of which has articulation points for the wheel support and the vehicle body , the front transverse link being a track rod , and a longitudinal link arm connecting the rear transverse link via an articulation point in the vicinity of the wheel support to the front transverse link via an articulation point in the vicinity of the vehicle body , front and rear transverse link arms in the lower link plane , as viewed in the direction of driving , each of which has articulation points for the wheel support and the vehicle body so that the rear and the front transverse link in the lower link plane form a virtual pole that lies in the lower link plane outside the lower link plane and behind the axle of the wheel support.2. The multi-link rear wheel axle of claim 1 , wherein the track rod is an active track rod.3. The multi-link rear wheel axle of claim 1 , wherein the articulation point of ...

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Номер записи: 6

13-06-2013 дата публикации

WHEEL AXLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20130147147A1

Автор: Aalderink Derk Geert, Bramer Hans, Damkot Harm, Everts Geert

Принадлежит: WEWELER NEDERLAND B.V.

A wheel axle suspension adapted to suspend an axle body of a wheel axle from a vehicle chassis comprises on both sides of the vehicle a bearing bracket arranged on the vehicle chassis. A rigid or flexible trailing arm extends in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The trailing arm has a resilient bush at a front end by means of which the trailing arm is hingedly connected to said bearing bracket. The trailing arm furthermore has a contact region essentially complementary to a portion of the outer contour of the axle body, where the axle body, in a fitted position, bears directly against. A support part opposes said contact region of the axle body. The support part is provided with a recess for accommodating the axle body, and is provided with a securing arm extending further towards the rear which is adapted to be secured to a pneumatic spring. Tensioning elements are provided tensioning the support part and the contact region of the trailing arm towards each other against the axle body. A pneumatic spring is provided which is operational between said securing arm and the vehicle chassis. 151-. (canceled)53. The wheel axle suspension according to claim 52 , wherein the trailing arm claim 52 , at the location of the contact region claim 52 , is provided with one or more holes on both sides of the axle body for inserting shanks of said tensioning elements.54. The wheel axle suspension according to claim 52 , wherein at least one of the tensioning elements is a U-shaped clamping strap having a bend portion and two shanks having a male thread.55. The wheel axle suspension according to claim 54 , having two U-shaped clamping straps claim 54 , each arranged on an opposite side of the axle body.56. The wheel axle suspension according to claim 55 , wherein the U-shaped clamping straps extend generally parallel to each other.57. The wheel axle suspension according to claim 55 , wherein the shanks of the clamping straps extend substantially perpendicular to the center ...

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Номер записи: 7

11-07-2013 дата публикации

ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE

Номер: US20130175779A1

Автор: Knochenmus Russell L., Kvien Matthew M., Lovold Jeff S., Wysocki Timothy S.

Принадлежит: Polaris Industries Inc.

An ATV is disclosed having a frame, a seat supported by the frame, front and rear wheels supporting the frame, a drivetrain supported by the frame, and an operator's compartment extending generally between the seat and a front enclosure. The ATV includes foot pedals to control the speed and acceleration of the vehicle. The ATV may include a floorboard including a footwell and a dead pedal for locating the operator's foot relative to the foot pedals. 1. An all-terrain vehicle comprising:a frame;a seat supported by the frame;front and rear wheels supporting the frame;a drive train supported by the frame and drivingly coupled to the front and rear wheels;front lower control arms, each having an inner end and an outer end, the inner end pivotably coupled to the frame at a lower inner coupling, and the outer end coupled to one of the front wheels at a lower outer coupling;front upper control arms, each having an inner end and an outer end, the inner end pivotably coupled to the frame at an upper inner coupling, and the outer end coupled to one of the front wheels at an upper outer coupling; andfront shock absorbers, each including a lower mount coupled to the upper alignment arm intermediate the inner and outer ends, and an upper mount coupled to the frame;wherein the upper inner coupling is positioned vertically above and longitudinally forward of the lower inner coupling.2. The all-terrain vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the upper inner coupling is positioned about 5.88 inches above the lower inner coupling.3. The all-terrain vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the upper inner coupling is positioned about 6.95 inches forward of the lower inner coupling.4. The all-terrain vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the upper inner coupling is positioned laterally outwardly from the lower inner coupling.5. The all-terrain vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the upper inner coupling is positioned about 2.74 inches outward from the lower inner coupling.6. The all-terrain vehicle of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 8

01-08-2013 дата публикации

REAR WHEEL SUSPENSION

Номер: US20130193662A1

Автор: Siebeneick Juergen

Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A rear wheel suspension and a motor vehicle with such a rear wheel suspension are provided. The rear wheel suspension includes a wheel carrier configured for the rotatable bearing of a rear wheel, wherein the wheel carrier has at an end on a body side, a bearing for connection to a body with an axle, a bush, and a base frame. The axle rests in the bush. The axle is arranged on a bearing region of the wheel carrier, and the bush rests in a recess of the base frame. 1. A rear wheel suspension comprising:a wheel carrier configured for a rotatable bearing of a rear wheel, wherein the wheel carrier has at an end on a body side:a bearing for connection to a body with an axle;a bush; anda base frame, wherein the axle rests in the bush, and wherein the axle is arranged on a bearing region of the wheel carrier, and the bush rests in a recess of the base frame.2. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the rear wheel suspension is for an automobile claim 1 ,3. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing region has two flanges between which the bush is arranged and on which the axle is arranged.4. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the axle is rotatably mounted on the bearing region and/or the bush or is torsionally rigid.5. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the bush is rotatably mounted in the recess or is torsionally rigid.6. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the bush has at least two bush parts claim 1 , which are mounted rotatably with respect to one another.7. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the base frame surrounds the bush claim 1 , at least partially claim 1 , in a normal plane to the axle.8. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 7 , wherein the bush rests in a frictionally engaged and/or form-fitting manner in the recess.9. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the bush is constructed so as to be elastic.11. ...

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Номер записи: 9

08-08-2013 дата публикации

TRAILING BEAM FOR SUPPORTING AN AXLE

Номер: US20130200588A1

Автор: EVELEY Nicholas

Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a trailing beam for supporting a trailer axle. The trailing beam has a generally rectangular cross section, the top, bottom and sides of which are fabricated from steel plate or channels, with the individual components being welded together at their junctures. The trailing beam incorporates a novel axle wrap which provides a curved sided window enabling weld securement of the axle wrap to the axle without the weld extending parallel to a longitudinal axis of the axle. 2. The trailing beam of further having gusset plates welded to said forward member and said trailing end at said juncture to reinforce said trailing beam at said juncture.3. An axle wrap for a trailer axle claim 1 , said axle wrap comprising:a pair of semi-tubular members for encircling said axle, said members having opposite ends with opposite side edges extending therebetween; anda curved sided indentation extending into said opposite side edges to provide a window for weld securement of said axle wrap to said axle without said weld extending parallel to a longitudinal axis of said axle. This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/591,017 filed Jan. 26, 2012 which is hereby expressly incorporated by reference.The present invention relates generally to vehicle suspension assemblies. More particularly the invention relates to the trailing beam configuration for supporting an axle.A trailing beam suspension typically utilizes a beam having a leading end opposite a trailing end. The beam is mounted lengthwise to a hanger at its leading end for swinging movement about an axis transverse to a trailer. The hanger is typically secured to a chassis or frame of the trailer by suitable means such as welding. A suspension unit such as an air bag extends between the trailing end of the beam and the chassis of the trailer. An axle is mounted to the beam transverse to the beam between the leading and trailing ends of the beam.The above suspension ...

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Номер записи: 10

15-08-2013 дата публикации

COMPOSITE STRUCTURAL ELEMENT, PARTICULARLY FOR A VEHICLE SUSPENSION, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Номер: US20130205591A1

Автор: Borgna Guido, Monchiero Piero, Santini Andrea

Принадлежит: SISTEMI SOSPENSIONI S.P.A.

A method for manufacturing a structural element comprises steps of providing separate first and second half-shells made of at least one layer of composite material including a fibre-reinforced polymeric matrix, providing a core made of ductile material Joking the core to the first half-shell such that at least one cavity is defined inside the structural element, and joining the second half-shell to the first half-shell. 122-. (canceled)23. A method for manufacturing a structural element for a vehicle suspension , the method comprising steps of:providing separate first and second half-shells made of at least one layer of composite material including a fibre-reinforced polymeric matrix;providing a core made of ductile material;joining the core to the first half-shell such that at least one cavity is defined inside the structural element; andjoining the second half-shell to the first half-shell.241. The method as set forth claim , wherein the first and second half-shells are joined to each other by heating to a temperature to cause fusion of the polymeric matrix of the composite material.251. The method as set forth in claim , wherein the first and second half-shells are joined to each other by gluing.261. The method as set forth in claim , wherein the core is made as a single piece.271. The method as set forth in claim , wherein the core is made by joining a plurality of separate pieces.281. The method as set forth in claim , wherein the method comprises further a step of filling the cavity with filler material.29. (canceled) This application claims priority to PCT Patent Application PCT/EP2011/057676 entitled “Composite Structural Element, Particularly for a Vehicle Suspension, and Method for Manufacturing the Same” and filed on May 12, 2011, which claims benefit of the filing date of Italian Patent Application TO2010A000395 filed on May 12, 2010.1. Field of InventionThe invention relates, generally, to a composite structural element and, particularly, to such an ...

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Номер записи: 11

26-09-2013 дата публикации

INDEPENDENT WHEEL SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130249182A1

Автор: MOESSINGER Oliver

Принадлежит: DR. ING. H.C. F. PORSCHE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

An independent wheel suspension system for a motor vehicle includes an upper strut plane and a lower strut plane. Each of the upper strut plane and lower strut planes includes one longitudinal strut and one transverse strut. Each of the struts has a wheel side end for connection of a wheel holder and a body side end for connection of a body. The wheel-side ends of the longitudinal struts and the wheel-side ends of the transverse struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected either directly or indirectly to the wheel holder. The body-side ends of first struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected directly to the body. The body-side ends of second struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected indirectly to the body via a common coupling element. 1: An independent wheel suspension system for a motor vehicle , the suspension system comprising:an upper strut plane and a lower strut plane, each of the upper strut plane and lower strut planes including one longitudinal strut and one transverse strut, each of the struts having a wheel side end for connection of a wheel holder and a body side end for connection of a body,wherein the wheel-side ends of the longitudinal struts and the wheel-side ends of the transverse struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected either directly or indirectly to the wheel holder,wherein the body-side ends of first struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected directly to the body, andwherein the body-side ends of second struts of the two strut planes are articulatedly connected indirectly to the body via a common coupling element.2: The independent wheel suspension system recited in claim 1 , wherein the first struts of the two strut planes are the transverse struts and the second struts of the two strut planes are the longitudinal struts.3: The independent wheel suspension system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the wheel-side ends of the transverse struts of the two strut ...

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Номер записи: 12

03-10-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SUSPENDING A STEERABLE WHEEL

Номер: US20130257006A1

Автор: KUNERT Reinhard

Принадлежит: DR. ING. H.C. F. PORSCHE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

A device suspends a steerable wheel on a vehicle via a wheel carrier that is pivotable about a steering axis and on which the wheel is rotatably mounted. The device includes an upper link including a first end and a second end. The upper link is pivotably mounted on the vehicle by the first end and supports the wheel carrier by the second end via a wheel carrier arm. A lower link includes a wheel-side end on which the wheel carrier is pivotably mounted and a vehicle-side end that is pivotably mounted on the vehicle. A stabilizer is pivotably supported in support bearings on the vehicle. The stabilizer includes a free end connected to a coupling rod that extends in a bent manner around a wheel-side region of a spring strut and another end that is mounted on the wheel carrier. 1: A device for suspending a steerable wheel on a vehicle via a wheel carrier that is pivotable about a steering axis and on which the wheel is rotatably mounted , the device comprising:an upper link including a first end and a second end, the upper link being pivotably mounted on the vehicle by the first end and supporting the wheel carrier by the second end via a wheel carrier arm;a lower link including a wheel-side end on which the wheel carrier is pivotably mounted and a vehicle-side end that is pivotably mounted on the vehicle; anda stabilizer that is pivotably supported in support bearings on the vehicle, the stabilizer including a free end connected to a coupling rod that extends in a bent manner around a wheel-side region of a spring strut and another end that is mounted on the wheel carrier.2: A device for suspending a steerable wheel on a vehicle via a wheel carrier that is pivotable about a steering axis and on which the wheel is rotatably mounted , the device comprising:an upper link including a first end and a second end, the upper link being pivotably mounted on the vehicle by the first end and supporting the wheel carrier by the second end via a wheel carrier arm;a lower link ...

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Номер записи: 13

17-10-2013 дата публикации

Twist beam suspension with dual beam control arm

Номер: US20130270789A1

Автор: Arthur N. Fowler, Gregory Kiselis, Michael A. Brown

Принадлежит: Volvo Truck Corp

A suspension arrangement for interconnecting a frame and an axle in a vehicle includes a control arm having an upper beam and a lower beam, each beam having a first end and a second end, the first end of each beam being pivotally connectable to a vehicle frame at a common pivot point, and the second end of each beam being connected to a bushing arrangement mountable to the vehicle axle, the bushing arrangement having an upper portion connected to the upper beam and a lower portion connected to the lower beam.

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Номер записи: 14

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Vehicle Suspension Transverse Link

Номер: US20130285344A1

Автор: Kueppers Theo, Meier Christoph

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A vehicle suspension transverse link, including a bearing journal assembly having a pin-shaped portion and an anchor portion that attaches to a connecting point on the link. The anchor portion has a curved configuration. 1. A transverse link for a vehicle , comprising:a connecting leg configured to connect the link to a vehicle body;a wheel leg attached to the connecting leg and configured to connect the link to a wheel carrier; anda bearing journal having a curved anchoring portion secured to the connecting leg.2. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the bearing journal is curved in a longitudinal direction with respect to the vehicle.3. The transverse link of claim 2 , wherein the connecting leg includes a connecting point hollowed so as to at least partially surround the anchoring portion of the bearing journal.4. The transverse link of claim 3 , wherein the anchoring portion of the bearing journal is welded to the connecting leg.5. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the connecting leg includes a connecting point hollowed so as to at least partially surround the anchoring portion of the bearing journal.6. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the anchoring portion of the bearing journal is welded to the connecting leg.7. A vehicle suspension transverse link claim 1 , made by:providing a connecting leg configured to connect the link to a vehicle body;providing a wheel leg attached to the connecting leg, configured to connect the link to a wheel carrier;bending an anchor portion of a bearing journal; andattaching the anchoring portion of the bearing journal to the connecting leg.8. The transverse link of claim 7 , wherein the bending the anchoring point includes curving the bearing journal in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle.9. The transverse link of claim 8 , further comprising:forming the connecting leg and wheel leg from a single piece of sheet metal.10. The transverse link of claim 9 , further comprising:welding the bearing journal to the ...

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Номер записи: 15

12-12-2013 дата публикации

Spring Bracket Arm Of A Spring Bracket Of A Motor Vehicle Axle

Номер: US20130328281A1

Автор: Haselberger Peter, Lenz Paul

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A spring carrier arm of a spring carrier of a motor vehicle axle, particularly of a portal axle, has a longitudinal portion () extending in a curved manner, a transverse portion () adjoining the longitudinal portion () and extending transverse thereto, and a flange portion (), particularly for connection to a wheel hub gear unit housing, wherein the transverse portion () includes at least one fastening point () for connection to a shock absorber () and/or to a suspension. The spring carrier arm is generally formed as a cast part from a light metal alloy and has at least one ribbing. A motor vehicle axle in which aforementioned spring carrier arms are applied in the region of spring carriers are also disclosed. 110-. (canceled)11. A spring carrier arm of a spring carrier of a motor vehicle axle , preferably of a portal axle comprising:{'b': '1', 'a longitudinal portion () extending in a curved manner;'}{'b': 2', '1, 'a transverse portion () adjoining the longitudinal portion () and extending transverse thereto;'}{'b': '3', 'a flange portion () for connection to a wheel hub gear unit housing;'}{'b': 2', '4', '5', '18, 'the transverse portion () comprising at least one fastening point (, ) for connection to one of a shock absorber () and to a suspension; and wherein the spring carrier arm is generally formed as a cast part from a light metal alloy and comprises at least one ribbing.'}12192. The spring carrier arm according to claim 11 , wherein the longitudinal portion () comprises a stiffening rib () on a lateral surface remote of the transverse portion ().13113451111. The spring carrier arm according to claim 11 , further comprising a rib () extending between the flange portion () and the at least one fastening point ( claim 11 , ) along the longitudinal portion () on an underside claim 11 , the rib () being formed as a hump at least in a region of the longitudinal portion ().1424511345. The spring carrier arm according to claim 13 , wherein the transverse portion () ...

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Номер записи: 16

12-12-2013 дата публикации

TRANSVERSE CONTROL ARM, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A TRANSVERSE CONTROL ARM

Номер: US20130328283A1

Автор: Korte Frederic, Meyer Stephan, RACKOW Volker, Rieskamp Daniel

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A transverse control arm for installation in a motor vehicle is being configured as a single-piece malleable structure of uniform material and includes two bearing mounts for receiving elastic bearings and an arcuate center portion which extends between the bearing mounts and has a hollow cross section. The center portion includes in cross section a web and side panels respectively extending from the web in spaced-apart confronting relationship, in particular in parallel relationship. 1. A transverse control arm for installation in a motor vehicle , said transverse control arm being configured as a single-piece malleable structure of uniform material and comprising:two bearing mounts;elastic bearings received in the bearing mounts, respectively; andan arcuate center portion extending between the bearing mounts and having a hollow cross section.2. The transverse control arm of claim 1 , wherein the center portion is configured in either of two ways claim 1 , a first way as a hollow section with closed cross section claim 1 , a second way as a hollow section with open cross section.3. The transverse control arm of claim 1 , wherein the bearings are rubber bearings or rubber-metal bearings claim 1 , preferably press-fitted in the bearing mounts4. The transverse control arm of claim 1 , wherein the center portion includes in cross section a web and side panels extending from the web in spaced-apart confronting relationship claim 1 , in particular in parallel relationship.5. The transverse control arm of claim 4 , wherein the side panels have ends disposed in opposing relationship to the web and having at least one region provided with a reinforcing edge claim 4 , with the reinforcing edge of one of the opposing ends and the reinforcing end of the other one of the opposing ends preferably oriented in a direction towards one another.6. The transverse control arm of claim 1 , wherein each of the bearing mounts is configured in the form of a mounting eye claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 17

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Rear wheel steering system for vehicles and vehicle comprising said system

Номер: US20130334785A1

Автор: Alberto PEÑA RODRÍGUEZ, Gorka Agos Esparza, Guillermo Cadinanos Banales, Imanol Fernandez Fontecha, Iñaki IGLESIAS AGUINAGA, Ivan Seras Escolano, Javier Lezama Ortiz De Urbina, Rafael Teijeiro Castro

Принадлежит: Individual

The present disclosure relates to a rear wheel steering system for vehicles and vehicle comprising said system which allows rotating the rear wheels by means of a single actuator without increasing the suspended masses, comprising an independent suspension assembly for each rear wheel, wherein each independent suspension assembly comprises a suspension arm having a first end operatively connected to an axle of a wheel, each suspension arm having two second ends which are articulated to a fixed part of the vehicle, each suspension arm being able to rotate with respect to a rotation shaft where the two second ends of each suspension arm are articulated; the system comprising a synchronisation device comprising at least one synchronisation rod the ends of which are connected by means of sliding carriages to the rotation shafts, each sliding carriage being operatively connected to the axle of each wheel by means of a transmission rod.

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Номер записи: 18

26-12-2013 дата публикации

REAR AXLE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130341882A1

Автор: EHRLICH Dirk, Harder Michael

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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: 19

02-01-2014 дата публикации

Snap on vibration damper

Номер: US20140001000A1

Автор: Prakash Tuljaram Thawani, Stephen Sinadinos

Принадлежит: Denso Corp, Denso International America Inc

A vibration damper for a conduit line. The damper includes a flexible body defining a bore and a slot adjacent to the bore. The body is flexible between a first configuration in which the slot has a first width that is insufficient to permit the conduit line to pass therethrough, and a second configuration in which the slot has a second width that is sufficient to permit the conduit line to pass therethrough, the second width is greater than the first width. The flexible body further includes a plurality of tuning splines. The tuning splines include a length and a width configured to reduce vibration of the conduit line when the damper is connected to the conduit line such that the conduit line extends through the bore.

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Номер записи: 20

02-01-2014 дата публикации

CONNECTING ARM FOR VEHICLES

Номер: US20140001725A1

Автор: MATSUMOTO Masaharu

Принадлежит: Yorozu Corporation

Disclosed herein is a connecting arm for vehicles made of reliable composite materials that is light-weight, which has strength to withstand both tension and compression forces, and which can be manufactured easily and cost-effectively. The present invention includes an inwardly protruding embossed part formed on structural plate having at least a pair of metal thin plates provided to face each other. A concave part which is formed on outer side surfaces of an intermediated member is fitted onto the embossed part, so that, when torsional, tensile, or compressive forces are applied by axial members (J1 and J2) to the connecting arm for vehicles. the structural plates provide strength primarily against tensile forces. The intermediate member and external plate members are both made of plastic materials that provide strength against compressive forces, and the intermediate member and structural plates provide strength against torsional forces, respectively. 16-. (canceled)7. A connecting arm for vehicles having a first shaft member inserted through a communicating hole provided on one end , a second shaft member inserted through a communicating hole provided on an other end , subjected to torsional , tensile , or compressive forces applied by said both shaft members , comprising:structural plates consisting of at least a pair of metal thin plates that are facing against each other and are provided at ends with communicating holes through which said first shaft member and second shaft member are inserted;a plastic intermediate member provided between said structural plates; andplastic external plate members provided on an outside of each one of said structural plates to sandwich each one of said structural plates with said intermediate member, whereinan embossed part is formed on each said structural plate to protrude inwardly and a concave part formed on the external surface of said intermediate member is fitted with said embossed part.8. The connecting arm for ...

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Номер записи: 21

09-01-2014 дата публикации

ARM COMPONENT FOR VEHICLES AND ITS MANUFACTURING METHOD

Номер: US20140008886A1

Автор: Kunihara Hitoshi, UENO Masaki

Принадлежит: Yorozu Corporation

Disclosed herein is a suspension arm component for vehicles with sufficient strength or rigidity to withstand repetitive compressive and tensile forces, and a method for manufacturing such a component by pressing or hemming process alone, without recourse to any welding process, forming quickly and simply, a process with advantages in terms of material yield and cost. The suspension arm component for vehicles includes first flange pieces as well as second flange pieces, and a pair of half members, each having a hat-like shaped cross-section perpendicular to its axis, are joined together to protrude the first flange part and the second flange part from an expanded part, where both the first flange part and the second flange part extend linearly along the axis of the main body part. The main body part presents a rectangular shape in its side view. 14-. (canceled)5. A suspension arm component for vehicles with a longish main body part having connecting parts with a communicating hole formed at each end of said connecting parts includes a pair of half members with a hat-like shaped cross-section perpendicular to an axis , comprising:a curved protrusion part extending along an axial direction; anda first flange piece and a second flange piece formed to extend from a foothill of said curved protrusion part, whereinas a result of putting said two flange pieces together, a first flange part consisting of each first flange piece and second flange part consisting of each second flange piece of their respective half member protruding from an expanded part consisting of said curved protrusion part, characterized in thatsaid first flange part is formed by a bending process applied in the middle of its width direction after at least a pair of said communicating holes is provided at positions that are symmetric to each other relative to its axial direction in such a way as to cause the first flange piece of one of the half members to form a structure that integrally continues to ...

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Номер записи: 22

27-03-2014 дата публикации

STEERABLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE INCLUDING SUCH AN ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140083785A1

Автор: Dantzie Samuel

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A steerable wheel assembly comprising a mounting bracket () incorporating a vertical pivot mounting () for attachment to the vehicle. A second bracket () has a first arm () carrying a road wheel and a second arm () generally upstanding from the first and linked at the upper end thereof to the mounting bracket by a parallelogram linkage (). A spring and shock-absorber unit () is pivotally connected between the second bracket and the parallelogram linkage. 1. A steerable wheel assembly for a vehicle , comprising:a mounting bracket incorporating a vertical pivot mounting for attachment to the vehicle;a second bracket having a first arm carrying a road wheel and a second arm generally upstanding from the first and linked at the upper end thereof to the mounting bracket by a parallelogram linkage; anda spring and shock-absorber unit pivotally connected between the second bracket and the parallelogram linkage.2. A steerable wheel assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the parallelogram linkage comprises a parallel pair of rails claim 1 , each rail being rotatably connected at one end thereof to the mounting bracket so as to be pivotable in a substantially vertical plane claim 1 , and rotatably connected at the other end thereof to said second arm of the second bracket.3. A steerable wheel assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the spring and shock-absorber unit is pivotally connected at one end thereof to a slide in the parallelogram linkage claim 2 , which is in turn pivotally connected to the mounting bracket and connected at the other end thereof to the second arm.4. A steerable wheel assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the slide is connected to the mounting bracket through a linear actuator whereby the distance between the slide and the mounting bracket can be adjusted.5. A steerable wheel assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the slide comprises runners located between the rails and adapted to engage with one or other of the rails to slide therealong claim 3 ...

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Номер записи: 23

10-04-2014 дата публикации

METHODS OF VEHICLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20140097589A1

Автор: Swist Jason

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A method is provided, including providing a hub for mounting a wheel to a frame; providing a first mounting pivotally connected at one end to a first position on the frame; providing a second mounting pivotally connected at one end to a second position on the frame; providing a first arm which is coupled at a first position to the top of the hub and pivotally connected at a second position to the other end of the first mounting; providing a second arm which is coupled at a first position to the bottom of the hub and pivotally connected at a second position to the other end of the second mounting; and providing a shock absorber coupled at one end to a third position on the second arm between the first and second positions on the second arm and at the other end to a third position on the frame. 1. A method comprising:providing a hub for mounting a wheel to a frame;providing a first mounting pivotally connected at one end to a first predetermined position on the frame;providing a second mounting pivotally connected at one end to a second predetermined position on the frame;providing a first arm which is coupled at a first predetermined position to the top of the hub and pivotally connected at a second predetermined position to the other end of the first mounting;providing a second arm which is coupled at a first predetermined position to the bottom of the hub and pivotally connected at a second predetermined position to the other end of the second mounting; andproviding a shock absorber coupled at one end to a third predetermined position on the second arm between the first and second predetermined positions on the second arm and at the other end to a third predetermined position on the frame.2. The method according to claim 1 , whereinthe third predetermined position on the frame is such that the shock absorber extends and contracts essentially parallel to the motion of the hub.3. The method according to claim 1 , whereinthe hub, first arm and second arm are all parts ...

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Номер записи: 24

06-01-2022 дата публикации

COMPRESSION-TENSION COMPONENT FOR CONNECTING MECHANICAL PARTS

Номер: US20220001711A1

Автор: Feraboli Paolo, WADE Bonnie

Принадлежит: Gemini Composites LLC

A fiber reinforced plastic compression-tension component for connecting two mechanical parts is provided. The component has a curved connection member connecting two coupling units. A portion of the curved connection member has a substantially U-shaped cross-sectional geometry. The U-shaped cross-sectional geometry may comprise upright portions with winglets extending outward. The geometry of the compression-tension component allows it to replace a heavier compression-tension component made of metal and having a different geometry. 1. A compression-tension component for connecting two mechanical parts , comprising:a non-straight connection member having two ends and a coupling unit at each end of the connection member;whereinthe compression-tension component comprises a fiber reinforced plastic,an average density of the compression-tension component is 1.8 g/cc or less, andat least a portion of the connection member comprises a cross-sectional geometry which is substantially U-shaped.2. The compression-tension component according to claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the connection member comprises a cross-sectional geometry which has a symmetric U-shape.3. The compression-tension component according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber reinforced plastic comprises at least one fiber selected from the group consisting of carbon fibers claim 1 , glass fibers claim 1 , and aramid fibers.4. The compression-tension component according to claim 3 , wherein the fiber reinforced plastic comprises carbon fibers.5. The compression-tension component according to claim 1 , wherein the substantially U-shaped structure comprises a horizontal base and two generally vertical upright portions wherein an end of at least one of the upright portions comprises a winglet extending outward at an angle to the upright portion.6. The compression-tension component according to claim 5 , wherein an end of both upright portions comprises a winglet extending outward at an angle to the upright ...

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Номер записи: 25

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Rotatable Swing Arm Stabilizer Assembly For Folding Wheelchairs

Номер: US20180000668A1

Автор: Boretto Tod Douglas, Connolly Martin

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A swing arm assembly for a foldable wheelchair consisting of a camber tube and adapters is disclosed. The adapters mount to the frame of the wheelchair and receive the ends of the camber tube. One end of the camber tube is pinned into an adapter such that it pivots. The other end is pinned in an adapter using a quick release pin. The camber tube improves the stability of the foldable wheelchair. When desired to fold the wheelchair, the quick release pin is removed and the camber tube is rotated approximately 90 degrees, thereby allowing the wheelchair to fold. The adapters may be mounted to the wheelchair frame or to stub axles if used. The swing arm assembly adds substantial stiffness and stability to a folding wheelchair. 1. A method of using a rotatable swing arm assembly for folding wheelchairs , the method comprising the steps of:providing a foldable wheelchair having a first main wheel and a second main wheel;unfolding the foldable wheelchair from a closed configuration to an open configuration such that the first main wheel and the second main wheel define an axis of rotation when the wheelchair is in the open configuration;mounting a first end of a camber tube to the foldable wheelchair's frame such that the camber tube rotates with respect to the wheelchair's frame;rotating the camber tube from a first position, which is approximately perpendicular to the axis of rotation, to a second position, which is approximately parallel with the axis of rotation, such that the camber tube's second end aligns with a bracket mounted to the wheelchair; andsecuring the camber tube's second end to the bracket.2. The method of using a rotatable swing arm assembly for folding wheelchairs of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:detaching the camber tube's second end from the bracket;rotating the camber tube from the second position to the first position; andfolding the wheelchair from the open configuration to the closed configuration.3. The method of using a rotatable ...

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Номер записи: 26

01-01-2015 дата публикации

SUSPENSION ARM FOR AUTOMOBILE

Номер: US20150001826A1

Автор: HOSOI Hiroaki

Принадлежит: Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho (Kobe Steel, Ltd.)

An L-shape vehicular suspension arm includes a unitary body forged from an aluminum alloy. The unitary body includes a web and ribs. The web is substantially planar, and the ribs extend from surfaces of the web at peripheral edges of the web. In cross-section, at least one part of the unitary body has a U-shape, an H-shape, or an inverted U-shape, such that dimensions of the unitary body satisfy expression (1) or (2): 2. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when viewed in a cross-section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction at a location L/4 or less from the tip of the first arm section or L/4 or less from the tip of the second arm section claim 1 , excepting locations along the longitudinal direction where a rib is interrupted by the ball joint support section or the first bushing support section claim 1 , dimensions of the unitary body satisfy expression (3):{'br': None, 'i': H−Hr', 'Hr=, '()/1\u2003\u2003(3).'}3. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when viewed in the cross-section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction at the location L/4 or greater from the tip of the first arm section and L/4 or greater from the tip of the second arm section claim 1 , excepting locations along the longitudinal direction where a rib is interrupted by the second bushing support section claim 1 , dimensions of the unitary body satisfy expression (1):{'br': None, 'i': H−Hr', 'Hr≦, '0.05≦()/0.25\u2003\u2003(1).'}4. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when viewed in the cross-section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction at the location L/4 or greater from the tip of the first arm section and L/4 or greater from the tip of the second arm section claim 1 , excepting locations along the longitudinal direction where a rib is interrupted by the second bushing support section claim 1 , dimensions of the unitary body satisfy expression (2):{'br': None, 'i': H−Hr', 'Hr≦, '4≦()/19\u2003\u2003(2).'}5. The suspension arm of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 27

07-01-2021 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL MEMBER

Номер: US20210001675A1

Автор: Ito Yasuhiro, KAWACHI Takeshi, Nakazawa Yoshiaki

Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL CORPORATION

A structural member includes a top sheet portion which has a first edge portion and a second edge portion facing the first edge portion, a wall portion which extends from the second edge portion in a direction intersecting the top sheet portion, and a closed cross-sectional portion which is provided in the first edge portion, in which the first edge portion is curved toward an inside of the top sheet portion in a plan view with respect to the top sheet portion, and when a distance from the first edge portion to the second edge portion of the structural member is referred to as a structural member width, the closed cross-sectional portion forms a closed cross section on a vertical cut plane of the structural member along a direction of the structural member width, the vertical cut plane of the structural member along the direction of the structural member width has an open cross section, and a shape of the vertical cut plane of the structural member including the closed cross-sectional portion is asymmetric with respect to a center of a length of the structural member width. 1. A structural member comprising:a top sheet portion which has a first edge portion and a second edge portion facing the first edge portion;a wall portion which extends from the second edge portion in a direction intersecting the top sheet portion; anda closed cross-sectional portion which is provided in the first edge portion,wherein the first edge portion is curved toward an inside of the top sheet portion in a plan view with respect to the top sheet portion, and the closed cross-sectional portion is provided on an inside of a curve of the top sheet portion and forms a closed cross section on a vertical cut plane of the structural member along a direction of the structural member width,', 'the vertical cut plane of the structural member along the direction of the structural member width has an open cross section, and', 'a shape of the vertical cut plane of the structural member including the ...

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Номер записи: 28

05-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR OBTAINING A SUSPENSION ARM FOR AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES AND SUSPENSION ARM

Номер: US20170001489A1

Автор: MOSTEIRO GOYOAGA José Ramón

Принадлежит:

This disclosure relates to methods for obtaining a suspension arm for automotive vehicles, wherein certain embodiments comprise obtaining two identical parts to form a body, where each part is obtained by means of: 1. A method for obtaining a suspension arm for automotive vehicles which comprises obtaining two identical parts to form a body , where each part is obtained by means of the following sequential steps:a) cutting a sheet metal or composite sheet forming a base plane, such that a central segment and two ends are defined, andb) drawing at least one hole in an area corresponding to each end, where each hole has a geometric center,characterized in that the method then comprises the following sequential steps:c) stamping or shaping each part forming in its central segment two flanges consisting of a first flange and a second flange located on opposite sides of the central segment and oriented perpendicular to the base plane, where said flanges have an asymmetrical arrangement with respect to a midplane passing through the geometric centers of the holes of the two ends and is perpendicular to the base plane, the second flange being separated from the midplane a distance equal to the separation of the first flange from the midplane plus a distance at least equal to the value of the thickness of the sheet or plate, andd) starting from two parts in the same position, rotating a first part 180° with respect to a longitudinal axis defined between the geometric centers of the holes of both ends until both parts are facing and with their corresponding base planes parallel to one another, moving both parts closer with the corresponding geometric centers of the holes aligned with one another, the flanges of both parts being fitted to and overlapping one another such that a overlap is defined in the flanges.2. The method according to claim 1 , further co prising claim 1 , after any step starting from a) claim 1 , punching holes.3. The method according to claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 29

07-01-2016 дата публикации

VARIABLE HEIGHT VEHICLE

Номер: US20160001622A1

Автор: Dames Matthew W.

Принадлежит: HAGIE MANUFACTURING COMPANY

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 first wheel;(c) a first leg coupled to the first wheel;(d) a first linkage coupled between the frame and the first leg;(e) wherein the first linkage is pivotable between a first position and a second position, wherein when the first linkage is in the first position at least a portion of the first linkage is at least one meter below the point at which the at least a portion of the first linkage is when the first linkage is in the second position;(f) a first actuator coupled to the first linkage;(g) a second wheel;(h) a second leg coupled to the second wheel;(i) a second linkage coupled between the frame and the second leg;(j) wherein the second linkage is pivotable between a third position and a fourth position, wherein when the second linkage is in the third position at least a portion of the second linkage is at least one meter below the point at which the at least a portion of the second linkage is when the second linkage is in the fourth position; and(k) a second actuator coupled to the second linkage.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a third linkage pivotably coupling the first linkage to the frame.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth linkage pivotably coupled ...

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Номер записи: 30

02-01-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION MEMBER

Номер: US20200001674A1

Автор: HOSOI Hiroaki, Nakamura Hajime

Принадлежит: Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho (Kobe Steel, Ltd)

Provided is a vehicle suspension member securing a strength against external force in a vehicle longitudinal direction. A lower arm includes an arm body, a front bush support part, a rear bush support part, a ball joint support part, a first rib, a second rib, and a third rib. The third rib is disposed in a lateral part connecting the ball joint support part to the rear bush support part. An S-shaped rib center curve of the third rib intersects with a straight line at an intersection. |(1−S2/S1)|≤0.2 is satisfied, where S1 is area of a first region defined by the rib center curve and the first straight line, and S2 is area of a second region. 1. A vehicle suspension member made of metal , comprising:a body part;a first bush support part disposed in the body part;a second bush support part disposed behind the first bush support part in the body part; anda ball joint support part disposed outside in a vehicle width direction of the first bush support part in the body part,where the body part includesa first lateral part to connect the first bush support part to the second bush support part,a second lateral part to connect the first bush support part to the ball joint support part,a third lateral part to connect the ball joint support part to the second bush support part, anda vertical pair of ribs extending from the ball joint support, part to the second bush support part in the third lateral part,wherein a straight line, connecting the ball joint support part to the second bush support part, intersects at a predetermined intersection with a curved line formed by connecting to one another vertically middle points between upper end edges and lower end edges of the vertical pair of ribs from the ball joint support part to the second bush support part, and|(1−S2/S1)|≤0.2 is satisfied, where S1 is area of a first region defined by the straight line and the curved line between the intersection and the ball joint support part, and S2 is area of a second region defined by ...

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Номер записи: 31

04-01-2018 дата публикации

SELF-LEVELING MECHANISM AND METHOD FOR WHEELED MOBILITY DEVICE

Номер: US20180001729A1

Автор: GOFFER Amit, HAIMOVICH Dudu, HAIMOVICH Roee, TAMAR! Oren

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A self-leveling mechanism for a mobility device, the mobility device including a chassis configured to propel the mobility device on a surface, includes a leveling structure on which is mounted a user support for supporting a user of the mobility device. The leveling structure is connected to the chassis by a swivel connection that enables the leveling structure to swivel about the connection, and by two linearly displaceable connections that are laterally displaced from one another. Two linear actuators are each configured to displace one of the displaceable connections to adjust a distance between each displaceable connection and the chassis. A sensor for senses a tilt of the leveling structure and a controller is configured to operate the linear actuators in accordance with the sensed tilt. 1. A mobility device comprising:a chassis configured to propel the mobility device on a surface; and a leveling structure on which is mounted a user support for supporting a user of the mobility device, the leveling structure being connected to the chassis by a swivel connection that enables the leveling structure to swivel about the connection and by two linearly displaceable connections that are laterally displaced from one another;', 'two linear actuators, each of the linear actuators configured to displace a displaceable connection of the two displaceable connections to adjust a distance between each displaceable connection and the chassis;', 'a sensor for sensing a tilt of the leveling structure; and', 'a controller that is configured to operate the linear actuators in accordance with a tilt that is sensed by the sensor., 'a self-leveling mechanism, the self-leveling mechanism including2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the swivel connection comprises a rod end bearing.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the swivel connection is located at a nonzero fixed distance from a floor of the chassis.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the displaceable connection is located along an ...

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Номер записи: 32

03-01-2019 дата публикации

GEAR ARM ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190001772A1

Автор: Dyna Marcin

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A gear arm assembly for a vehicle includes gear arm housing having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, the gear arm housing from the intermediate portion to the first end defining a first arm segment, and the gear arm housing from the intermediate portion to the second end defining a second arm segment. The assembly further includes a plurality of gears meshed together in series and housed within the gear arm housing, the plurality of gears including an intermediate gear within the intermediate portion of the gear arm housing. The assembly further includes a first wheel hub connected to a first gear of the plurality of gears at the first end of the gear arm housing, and a second wheel hub connected to a second gear of the plurality of gears at the second end of the gear arm housing. The assembly further includes a primary drive shaft extending into the gear arm housing at the intermediate portion and configured to connect a drive input to the intermediate gear, a spindle housing configured to connect the gear arm assembly to the frame, and a spindle rotatably coupled to and within the spindle housing and configured to allow for rotation of the gear arm housing relative to the spindle housing. 1. A gear arm assembly for a vehicle comprising:a gear arm housing having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, the gear arm housing from the intermediate portion to the first end defining a first arm segment, and the gear arm housing from the intermediate portion to the second end defining a second arm segment;a plurality of gears meshed together in series and housed within the gear arm housing, the plurality of gears including an intermediate gear within the intermediate portion of the gear arm housing;a first wheel hub connected to a first gear of the plurality of gears at the first end of the gear arm housing;a second wheel hub connected to a second gear of the plurality of gears at the second end of the gear arm housing;a primary drive ...

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Номер записи: 33

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Device and method for transferring rotational power and method of using same

Номер: US20200003277A1

Автор: Ahishay Sardes, Eran Starik, Ran Dekel, Tomer Segev

Принадлежит: Softwheel LTD

Device and method for providing rotational power using power transmission are disclosed. The device enables multi-dimensional and angle-agnostic displacement of the rotational power output with respect to the input location and transference of high-torque and high-speed rotational movement, while preserving maximal efficiency and quick response. The device is a transmission gear that comprises at least two gear-links in a multi-link articulated gear (MLAG). Each of the links comprising at least two gear wheels. The transmission gear further comprising a common axis adapted to allow the links to rotate freely with respect to each other about the common axis and thus to allow change of the angle between the at least two links and thereby to change the distance between the input shaft and the output shaft.

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Номер записи: 34

08-01-2015 дата публикации

Single-Shell Spring Arm

Номер: US20150008654A1

Автор: Buchholz Mathias, Haselhorst Kai, Hertl Ronald, Koormann Ralf

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The invention relates to a single-shell spring control arm, for a wheel suspension of a motor vehicle, comprising a first end portion for attaching to a chassis beam a second end portion for attaching on the wheel side, and an increased-width portion which is arranged between the two end portions, and which comprises a spine having flanks projecting therefrom and which defines a spring seat for supporting a spring. In order to attain high component rigidity and a wheel suspension which is optimized with regard to loads, the invention proposes that inwardly deformed surface parts are formed on the flanks, the longitudinal edges of which surface parts are spaced apart from one another along their entire length so that the increased-width portion has a C-profile-shaped cross-sectional profile, and in that a connection portion for attaching a shock absorber is formed between the spring seat and the second end portion. 1. A single-shell spring control arm , formed from sheet steel , for a wheel suspension of a motor vehicle , comprising a first end portion for attaching to a chassis beam , preferably a rear axle beam , a second end portion for attaching on the wheel-side and an increased-width portion which is arranged between the two end portions , and which comprises a spine having flanks projecting therefrom and which defines a spring seat for supporting a spring , wherein inwardly deformed surface parts are formed on the flanks , the longitudinal edges of which surface parts are spaced apart from one another along their entire length so that the increased-width portion has a C-profile-shaped cross-sectional profile , and in that a connection portion for attaching a shock absorber is formed between the spring seat and the second end portion.2. The spring control arm according to claim 1 , wherein the inwardly deformed surface parts of the flanks point towards the spine over at least a portion of their length.3. The spring control arm according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 35

12-01-2017 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE WHEEL SUSPENSION

Номер: US20170008359A1

Автор: Wolf-Monheim Friedrich Peter

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A wheel suspension for a motor vehicle including a control arm having a control arm portion and a cantilever spring portion fixed to the control arm portion. A retainer spaced from the control arm connects the cantilever spring portion to a vehicle subframe. The control arm portion may be made at least partly of fiber-reinforced plastic and having a wheel connecting point for a wheel carrier and at least one superstructure connecting point for a vehicle superstructure, for mounting pivotally about a pivot axis S. The spring portion may also be made at least partly from fiber-reinforced plastic. 1. A wheel suspension for a motor vehicle comprising:a control arm including a control arm portion and a spring portion;said control arm portion made at least partly of fiber-reinforced plastic and having a wheel connecting point for a wheel carrier and at least one superstructure connecting point for a vehicle superstructure, for mounting pivotally about a pivot axis;said spring portion made at least partly from fiber-reinforced plastic and connected rigidly by material fit to the control arm portion; anda spring connecting point spaced from said pivot axis connecting said spring portion to the vehicle superstructure.2. The wheel suspension as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the spring portion is produced integrally with the control arm portion.3. The wheel suspension of wherein the control arm unit is formed as a transverse control arm claim 1 , wherein the pivot axis corresponds to the X-axis of the motor vehicle.4. The wheel suspension of wherein the spring connecting point is arranged above the pivot axis.5. The wheel suspension of wherein the spring portion runs at least mostly at an angle between 60° and 120° over a plane running through the pivot axis and the wheel connecting point.6. The wheel suspension of wherein the spring portion is connected to the control arm portion in the region of the pivot axis.7. The wheel suspension of wherein the spring connecting point is ...

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Номер записи: 36

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

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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: 37

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: 38

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Wheel Mounting System

Номер: US20160009155A1

Автор: Do Quang T., Gudzinski Gregory, IV Richard Griffith, Kozak Michael J., Miller Jeffrey Lawrence, Oberoi Harinder S., Reese

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A method and apparatus for installing a wheel arm assembly for an autonomous vehicle. The wheel arm assembly may be inserted into a base of the autonomous vehicle from the exterior of the base. A number of fasteners may be installed at the exterior of the base to attach the wheel arm assembly to the base of the autonomous vehicle. 1. An apparatus comprising:a retaining structure associated with a base of a vehicle; anda wheel arm assembly coupleable to the retaining structure at an exterior of the base.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the wheel arm assembly is coupleable to the retaining structure from a first end of the retaining structure located at the exterior of the base.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the wheel arm assembly is coupleable from the exterior of the base without requiring disassembly of any portion of the base.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the retaining structure has a first channel.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the retaining structure comprises:a first end that faces externally with respect to the vehicle; anda second end that faces internally with respect to the vehicle.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the retaining structure has a first channel that extends from the first end to the second end and wherein the wheel arm assembly is located within the first channel when the wheel arm assembly is coupled to the retaining structure.7. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the wheel arm assembly comprises:a retainer bushing.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the retainer bushing enables coupling and decoupling of the wheel arm assembly from the exterior of the base.9. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the retainer bushing comprises a first end claim 7 , a second end claim 7 , and a second channel that extends from the first end of the retainer bushing to the second end of the retainer bushing.10. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the retainer bushing comprises:a flange at a first end of the retainer bushing.11. The ...

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Номер записи: 39

14-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMOBILE REAR SUSPENSION STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210008949A1

Автор: JOBIRA Masayuki, KAWAGUCHI Hideaki, Takahashi Hiroyuki, YAMANAKA Yuya

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The thickness of one of a pair of panels (an inner panel () and an outer panel ()) of each trailing arm () is greater than the thickness of the other panel, and a rear wheel support unit (an axle unit ()) configured to support each rear wheel is coupled to one of the pair of panels (the inner panel () and the outer panel ()). 1. An automobile rear suspension structure comprising:a torsion beam type suspension including a pair of right and left trailing arms extending in a vehicle longitudinal direction and each supporting right and left rear wheels and a torsion beam extending in a vehicle width direction and coupling both trailing arms,wherein each trailing arm includes a pair of panels having U-shaped sections and joined to each other in a state in which U-shaped openings face each other such that a sectional shape of the each trailing arm forms a closed sectional shape,a thickness of one of the panels is greater than a thickness of the other one of the panels, anda rear wheel support unit configured to support each rear wheel is coupled to the one of the panels.2. The automobile rear suspension structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe one of the panels forms a portion of a peripheral wall portion including at least an outer top portion in the vehicle width direction in at least a section of a rear portion of the each trailing arm, andthe rear wheel support unit configured to support the each rear wheel is coupled to at least the outer top portion of the peripheral wall portion in the vehicle width direction in the section of the rear portion of the each trailing arm.3. The automobile rear suspension structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe pair of panels include an inner panel and an outer panel facing each other in the vehicle width direction,a thickness of the outer panel is greater than a thickness of the inner panel,at the rear portion of the each trailing arm, a top portion of the outer panel is wider in the vehicle width direction than a bottom ...

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Номер записи: 40

10-01-2019 дата публикации

DUAL RATE VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20190009632A1

Автор: "OFlynn Damian", HOLT Laurence J

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A selectively switchable dual rate vehicle suspension system comprising a pushrod actuated inboard spring configuration, conventionally oriented between the unsprung mass and the sprung mass of one corner of the vehicle, comprising a torsion bar spring of a first predetermined rate, K1, and a coil spring of a second predetermined rate, K2, arranged in series so as to provide a total combined spring rate KT. A lockout actuator is arranged in parallel with the coil spring and configured so that in a first mode it allows the coil spring to move freely and in a second mode prevents motion of the coil spring such that when the lockout actuator is in a first, unlocked, mode the overall vehicle suspension spring rate is defined by the series equation 1/KT=1/K1+1/K2, and when the lockout actuator is in a second, locked, mode the overall vehicle suspension spring rate is substantially higher as defined by KT=K1, thus selectively providing both a low rate, optimal ride comfort setting and a high rate, optimal handling setting. 1. A selectively switchable dual rate vehicle suspension system comprising:{'sub': 1', '2', 'T, 'a pushrod actuated inboard spring configuration, conventionally oriented between the unsprung mass and the sprung mass of one corner of the vehicle, comprising a torsion bar spring of a first predetermined rate, K, and a coil spring of a second predetermined rate, K, arranged in series so as to provide a total combined spring rate K;'}a lockout actuator, arranged in parallel with the coil spring and configured so that, in a first mode, it allows the coil spring to move freely and, in a second mode, prevents motion of the coil spring; and{'sub': T', '1+1', '2', 'T', '1, 'such that, when the lockout actuator is in a first, unlocked, mode, the overall vehicle suspension spring rate is defined by the series equation 1/K=1/K/K, and when the lockout actuator is in a second, locked, mode, the overall vehicle suspension spring rate is substantially higher as defined ...

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Номер записи: 41

03-02-2022 дата публикации

Vehicle component for a motor vehicle and method for producing a vehicle component of this kind

Номер: US20220032512A1

Автор: Ernst Willi Sven Kuhlmann, Jan Duetz, Konstantin Brunner

Принадлежит: ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG

A vehicle component ( 1, 17, 31, 46, 55, 62 ) for a motor vehicle, with a structural component ( 7, 16, 30 ) and with a casing ( 2, 18, 32, 38, 56, 57, 79 ). The structural component ( 7, 16, 30 ) is at least partially or completely overmolded and/or embedded by casting in order to form the casing ( 2, 18, 32, 38, 56, 57, 79 ). To avoid any interruption of the casing ( 2, 18, 32, 38, 56, 57, 79 ) and/or interruption of corrosion protection in the area of the holding point ( 8 ), a holding point covering ( 12, 15, 39, 36, 45, 54, 61 ) is arranged at a holding point ( 8 ) for holding the structural component ( 7, 16, 30 ) in an injection-molding die and/or a casting mold.

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Номер записи: 42

03-02-2022 дата публикации

Load-carrying vehicle part and a wheeled vehicle equipped with such vehicle part

Номер: US20220032700A1

Автор: Henry Pettersson

Принадлежит: Komatsu Forest AB

The invention relates to a load-carrying vehicle part with a first and a second wheel pair ( 10, 11 ), which are suspended in a respective bogie element ( 20 ) on each side of a frame member ( 14 ), a suspension ( 15 ) between each bogie element ( 20 ) and the frame member ( 14 ) on each side of the vehicle part to manipulate the frame member relative to the respective wheel pairs ( 10, 11 ), or support the frame member in a springing manner, each suspension ( 15 ) comprises a first and a second rocker arm ( 26 A, 26 B), wherein the first rocker arm is located in front of the second rocker arm viewed in the normal forward direction of driving of the vehicle part, that each rocker arm ( 26 A, 26 B) with its one end is pivotably in a joint ( 27, 27 ) in the frame member ( 14 ) and with its other end is pivotably in a joint ( 28, 28 ) in the bogie element ( 20 ) a first spring leg ( 25 A) and a second spring leg ( 25 B), wherein each spring leg with its one end ( 30 ) is articulately fastened to the frame member ( 14 ) and with its other end ( 31 ) is articulately fastened in a rocker arm ( 26 A, 26 B), a motion conversion arrangement ( 29 ) capable of converting a rotary motion in a joint ( 27, 28 ) for one of the rocker arms ( 26 A, 26 B) to a forward and backward translation motion.

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Номер записи: 43

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: 44

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: 45

19-01-2017 дата публикации

Cover for a chassis control arm

Номер: US20170015169A1

Автор: Bastian Bösl, Hans-Jürgen Langhoff, Matthias Fuchs, Wolfgang Riegelsberger

Принадлежит: Audi AG

A cover is disclosed for a chassis control arm which includes at least one bearing mount for a control arm bearing. The cover is formed separately from the chassis control arm and covers in the installed state at least part of the underside of the chassis control arm. Arranged on the cover is an extension which is intended as buffer and extends from the cover in the direction of the control arm bearing.

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Номер записи: 46

19-01-2017 дата публикации

WHEEL SUSPENSION OF A VEHICLE AXLE

Номер: US20170015359A1

Автор: Mohrlock Dominik

Принадлежит: Audi AG

A wheel suspension for a vehicle axle, in particular a front axle, of a two-track vehicle includes a wheel carrier configured to support a vehicle wheel, and a link assembly configured to articulate the wheel carrier to a vehicle body. The link assembly includes at least one two-point link articulated on a side of the wheel carrier to the wheel carrier at a first mounting point and on a side of the vehicle body to the vehicle body at a second mounting point. The two-point link executes a pivotal movement in the event of a head-on collision to enable a collision-proximal vehicle wheel to move backwards. The two-point link includes a stop member to limit the pivotal movement in the event of the head-on collision, by impacting a body-side counterpiece, thereby forming a body-side third mounting point to block and counteract the pivotal movement of the two-point link. 1. A wheel suspension for a vehicle axle of a two-track vehicle , said wheel suspension comprising:a wheel carrier configured to support a vehicle wheel; anda link assembly configured to articulate the wheel carrier to a vehicle body, said link assembly including at least one two-point link articulated on a side of the wheel carrier to the wheel carrier at a first mounting point and on a side of the vehicle body to the vehicle body at a second mounting point, with the two-point link executing a pivotal movement in the event of a head-on collision to enable a collision-proximal vehicle wheel to move backwards, said two-point link including a stop member to limit the pivotal movement in the event of the head-on collision, by impacting a body-side counterpiece, thereby forming a body-side third mounting point to block and counteract the pivotal movement of the two-point link.2. The wheel suspension of claim 1 , wherein during normal driving mode claim 1 , the stop member of the two-point link is spaced from the counterpiece by a clearance.3. The wheel suspension of claim 1 , wherein the third mounting point ...

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Номер записи: 47

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Linear actuator

Номер: US20160017965A1

Автор: Kazuki Tomioka, Ryousuke Yamazaki

Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A linear actuator includes: a pinion shaft coaxially coupled to a motor shaft; a driven gear that is engaged with a pinion gear on the pinion shaft; a nut that rotates with the driven gear; a feed screw mechanism that converts rotation movement of the nut into linear movement of a rod; a coupling part allowing an outer peripheral surface of the motor shaft to be serration coupled to an inner peripheral surface of a vertical hole in the pinion shaft; and a pressurizing unit that generates a pressure that axially acts between e motor shaft and the pinion shaft in the coupling part.

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Номер записи: 48

16-01-2020 дата публикации

METAL-RESIN COMPOSITE MEMBER

Номер: US20200016948A1

Автор: Izumi Toshitaka, Noma Naohiro, YOSHIDA Hidetaka

Принадлежит: F-TECH INC.

In a metal-resin composite member ′, a first member M made of metal and a second member P, P′ made of resin are joined to each other via a first joining portion B defined by the first member M and the second member P, P′ in cooperation with each other, and the first member M made of metal and a third member P, P′ made of resin are joined to each other via a second joining portion B defined by the first member M and the third member P, P′ in cooperation with each other. 1. A metal-resin composite member comprising:a first member made of metal;a second member made of resin; anda third member made of resin,wherein the first member and the second member are joined to each other via a first joining portion defined by the first member and the second member in cooperation with each other, and the first member and the third member are joined to each other via a second joining portion defined by the first member and the third member in cooperation with each other.2. The metal-resin composite member according to claim 1 ,wherein the resin configuring the second member and the resin configuring the third member include a portion where continuous fibers are arranged, a portion where discontinuous fibers are arranged, and a portion where the continuous fibers and the discontinuous fibers are not arranged,and wherein the first joining portion and the second joining portion are configured by at least one of the portion where the discontinuous fibers are arranged and the portion where the continuous fibers and the discontinuous fibers are not arranged.3. The metal-resin composite member according to claim 1 ,wherein the first member, the second member, and the third member have through holes, respectively, and are mutually joined via the first joining portion and the second joining portion in a mode in which the second member and the third member are opposed to each other with the first member sandwiched therebetween in such a manner that the through holes are arranged coazially ...

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Номер записи: 49

21-01-2021 дата публикации

TUNING FREEDOM DEGREE IMPROVEMENT TYPE BUSH AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210016623A1

Автор: KIM Jae-Hun

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A bush may include: a second inner pipe forming a central protrusion in a central section of the second inner pipe; and an outer pipe forming a third protrusion at a first inner side and a fourth protrusion at a second inner side. In particular, the third and fourth protrusions are arranged outside of the central protrusion. 1. A bush , comprising:a second inner pipe forming a central protrusion in a central section of the second inner pipe; andan outer pipe forming a third protrusion at a first inner side and a fourth protrusion at a second inner side, wherein the third and fourth protrusions are arranged outside of the central protrusion.2. The bush of claim 1 ,wherein the second inner pipe forms: a first protrusion at a position corresponding to the third protrusion, and a second protrusion at a position corresponding to the fourth protrusion.3. The bush of claim 2 ,wherein the first protrusion, the second protrusion, and the central protrusion are arranged along a front and rear direction of a vehicle.4. The bush of claim 2 ,wherein a rubber part is provided between the second inner pipe and the outer pipe, and the rubber part comprises: a first void between the first protrusion and the third protrusion and a second void between the second protrusion and the fourth protrusion.5. The bush of claim 4 ,wherein the first void and the second void are arranged along a front and rear direction of a vehicle.6. The bush of claim 5 ,wherein a cutout is formed on the rubber part at an upper portion and a lower portion of the rubber part along a vertical direction of the vehicle.7. The bush of claim 1 ,wherein the second inner pipe is a composite of elastomer using plastic and rubber or urethane.8. The bush of claim 1 ,wherein an inclination of the central protrusion of the second inner pipe and inclinations of the third and fourth protrusions, which are configured to face the central protrusion, are arranged to be in the same direction as each other.9. The bush of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 50

28-01-2016 дата публикации

OBSTACLE TRAVERSING WHEELCHAIR

Номер: US20160022516A1

Автор: Goertzen Gerold, Null William A.

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A wheelchair suspension is provided. The wheelchair suspension includes a frame, a front caster pivot arm, a drive assembly, and a rear caster. The front caster pivot arm is pivotally connected to the frame. The front caster is coupled to a front end of the front caster pivot arm. The drive assembly is pivotally connected to the front caster pivot arm. The drive assembly comprises a drive wheel and a motor that drives the drive wheel. Torquing of the drive wheel by the motor in a forward direction causes the drive assembly to pivot with respect to the front caster pivot arm such that the drive wheel moves forward toward the front caster and a distance between a support surface and the connection between of the drive assembly and the front caster pivot arm increases. 1. A wheelchair suspension comprising:a frame;a front caster pivot arm pivotally connected to the frame;a front caster coupled to a front end of the front caster pivot arm;a drive assembly pivotally connected to the front caster pivot arm, wherein the drive assembly comprises a drive wheel and a motor that drives the drive wheel;wherein torquing of the drive wheel by the motor in a forward direction causes the drive assembly to pivot with respect to the front caster pivot arm such that the drive wheel moves forward toward the front caster and a distance between a support surface and the connection between of the drive assembly and the front caster pivot arm increases;a rear caster coupled to the frame.2. The wheelchair suspension of wherein the front caster pivot arm is pivotally connected to the frame at a first pivot axis and the drive assembly is pivotally connected to the front caster pivot arm at a second pivot axis.3. The wheelchair suspension of wherein the first pivot axis is spaced apart from the second pivot axis.4. The wheelchair suspension of wherein the first pivot axis is not aligned with the second pivot axis.5. The wheelchair suspension of further comprising a spring coupled to the front ...

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Номер записи: 51

26-01-2017 дата публикации

Rotatable Swing Arm Stabilizer Assembly For Folding Wheelchairs

Номер: US20170020753A1

Автор: Boretto Tod Douglas, Connolly Martin

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A swing arm assembly for a foldable wheelchair consisting of a camber tube and adapters is disclosed. The adapters mount to the frame of the wheelchair and receive the ends of the camber tube. One end of the camber tube is pinned into an adapter such that it pivots. The other end is pinned in an adapter using a quick release pin. The camber tube improves the stability of the foldable wheelchair. When desired to fold the wheelchair, the quick release pin is removed and the camber tube is rotated approximately 90 degrees, thereby allowing the wheelchair to fold. The adapters may be mounted to the wheelchair frame or to stub axles if used. The swing arm assembly adds substantial stiffness and stability to a folding wheelchair. 1. A rotatable swing arm assembly for folding wheelchairs , comprising:a camber tube having a diameter, a length, a first end, and a second end, wherein the camber tube is sized to receive an external motor unit's attachment mechanism;a first camber tube adapter having a pin hole and fixedly attached to the camber tube's first end;a second camber tube adapter having a pin hole and fixedly attached to the camber tube's second end;a first pin sized to fit into the first camber tube's pin hole;a second pin sized to fit into the second camber tube's pin hole;a first wheelchair adapter attached to a first frame member of a folding wheelchair, the wheelchair having a first main wheel and a second main wheel, the wheelchair configured to fold such that the first main wheel and the second main wheel come within close proximity to each other when folded, the first wheelchair adapter configured to receive the first camber tube adapter such that the rotatable swing arm assembly rotates with respect to the wheelchair; anda second wheelchair adapter attached to a second frame member of the folding wheelchair, the second wheelchair adapter having a pin hole and configured to receive the second camber tube adapter, wherein the second camber tube adapter's pin ...

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Номер записи: 52

28-01-2016 дата публикации

TORSION DEVICE

Номер: US20160023528A1

Автор: BOUGHTWOOD Martin Hugh

Принадлежит: DEREGALLERA HOLDINGS LTD

A torsion device comprising: a first part comprising a first resilient torsion member including: a first support end; a first free end spaced from the first support end; and a first engagement region; a second part comprising a second resilient torsion member including: a second support end; a second free end spaced from the second support end; and a second engagement region; wherein the second part is rotatable relative to the first part about an axis of rotation (A) between a first angular position and a second angular position, and the first and second torsion members are configured to urge the first and second engagement regions together to cause flexure of at least one of the first and second resilient torsion members as the second part rotates relative to the first part from the first angular position to the second angular position. 1. A torsion device comprising: a first support end;', 'a first free end spaced from the first support end; and', 'a first engagement region;, 'a first part comprising a first resilient torsion member including a second support end;', 'a second free end spaced from the second support end; and', 'a second engagement region;, 'a second part comprising a second resilient torsion member includingwherein the second part is rotatable relative to the first part about an axis of rotation between a first angular position and a second angular position, and the first and second torsion members are configured to urge the first and second engagement regions together to cause flexure of at least one of the first and second resilient torsion members as the second part rotates relative to the first part from the first angular position to the second angular position.2. A torsion device according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second torsion members are configured to urge the first and second engagement regions together as angular spacing between the first and second support ends increases as the second part rotates relative to the first part ...

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Номер записи: 53

26-01-2017 дата публикации

MOTOR-VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM OF THE MACPHERSON TYPE, INCLUDING A TRANSVERSE LEAF SPRING

Номер: US20170021686A1

Автор: MARTINA Bruno, PERRI Eugenio

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A vehicle suspension system of the MacPherson type includes a pair of wheel supports, and two shock absorbers each having a body bolted to a corresponding wheel support with a top end connected to structure of the vehicle. A leaf spring is set transverse to a longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and has a central portion connected to the vehicle structure, and two ends connected to the respective wheel supports. The leaf spring is made of a single piece having opposite ends each having a forked shape, with two prongs made of a single piece with the leaf spring, wherein each prong is connected separately to the corresponding wheel support. The suspension system does not include other connection elements between each wheel support and the vehicle structure so that suspension components can be assembled on the leaf spring prior to installation on the vehicle structure. 1. A motor-vehicle suspension system of the MacPherson type comprising:a pair of wheel supports;two shock absorbers each having a body bolted to a corresponding wheel support with a top end connected to a structure of the motor vehicle; anda leaf spring, which counters the vertical movements of the wheel supports, is set transverse to a longitudinal direction of the motor vehicle, is connected to the structure of the motor vehicle via four elastic supports, and has two ends connected to the respective wheel supports,said suspension system being characterized in that:said leaf spring is made of a single piece having opposite ends each having a forked shape, with two prongs made of a single piece with said leaf spring, wherein each prong is connected separately to the corresponding wheel support by an elastic support or a ball joint; andsaid suspension system does not comprise other connection elements between each wheel support and the structure of the motor vehicle so that said transverse leaf spring is used also as an auxiliary frame on which components of the suspension can be assembled prior to ...

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Номер записи: 54

10-02-2022 дата публикации

AUTOMOBILE SUSPENSION PART

Номер: US20220041026A1

Автор: SONOBE Soma

Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL CORPORATION

An automobile suspension part includes an arm member and a reinforcement, wherein: the arm member includes a top wall part, a first ridge line part, a second ridge line part, a first side wall part, and a second side wall part; the top wall part includes a first attachment part at a first end part; the top wall part includes a second attachment part at a second end part; the reinforcement includes a bottom wall part, a third ridge line part, and a flange part; the third ridge line part is sandwiched between the bottom wall part and the flange part; the bottom wall part is joined to the first side wall part and the second side wall part; the third ridge line part is connected to the first side wall part and the second side wall part; the flange part is joined to the top wall part between the first attachment part and the second attachment part; and the flange part is connected to the first side wall part and the second side wall part. 1. An automobile suspension part comprisingan arm member in a groove shape and a reinforcement in a plate shape, wherein:the arm member comprises a top wall part, a first ridge line part, a second ridge line part, a first side wall part, and a second side wall part;the top wall part comprises a first attachment part at a first end part;the top wall part comprises a second attachment part at a second end part;the first ridge line part is sandwiched between the top wall part and the first side wall part;the second ridge line part is sandwiched between the top wall part and the second side wall part;the first ridge line part and the second ridge line part extend along an extending direction of the top wall part;the reinforcement comprises a bottom wall part, a third ridge line part, and a flange part;the third ridge line part is sandwiched between the bottom wall part and the flange part;the bottom wall part is joined to the first side wall part and the second side wall part;a transverse cross-section of the automobile suspension part ...

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Номер записи: 55

28-01-2021 дата публикации

Wheel Module for a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20210023899A1

Автор: Harkort Christian, Hoffmann Axel, Kraus Manfred, Mersmann Simon, Wollner Andreas, Wuebbolt-Gorbatenko Benjamin

Принадлежит: SCHAEFFLER TECHNOLOGIES AG & CO. KG

A wheel module for a motor vehicle is provided with a wheel, a steering rod which can be rotatably mounted on a supporting frame of the motor vehicle for transmitting a steering motion to the wheel, a wishbone connected to the steering rod for forming an articulation point radially offset relative to the wheel, a rocker articulated to the articulation point of the wishbone and to the wheel, and a shock absorber connected to the rocker and the wishbone for damping vibration of a relative movement of the wheel. The shock absorber, in particular including a chassis spring, is arranged to be axially offset in the axial direction of the wheel relative to the wheel. With the shock absorber connected to the wheel and the wishbone and arranged next to the wheel, a large steering angle for a motor vehicle is possible with a small installation space. 1. A wheel module for a motor vehicle , the wheel module comprising:a wheel for moving the motor vehicle:a steering rod rotatably mountable on a support frames of the motor vehicle for transmitting a steering motion to the wheel:a wishbone connected to the steering rod to form an articulation point radially offset from the wheel:a rocker articulated to the articulation point of the wishbone and to the wheel; anda shock absorber connected to the rocker and the wishbone for damping vibrations of a relative movement of the wheel, the shock absorber being arranged axially offset in an axial direction of the wheel from the wheel.2. The wheel module according to wherein a fastening lug projecting in a radial direction of the steering rod is fastened to the steering rod claim 1 , the wishbone and/or the shock absorber.3. The wheel module according to wherein a steering head angle α of a steering axis of the steering rod to a horizontal base is at least 70° and at most 95°.4. The wheel module according wherein a steering axis of the steering rod is offset and/or angled to an axis of rotation of the wheel to form a positive caster claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 56

28-01-2021 дата публикации

SUBFRAME STRUCTURE OF FRONT SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210024137A1

Автор: ASANO Norio, Kido Hiroto, KUROHARA Fumihiro, Okamoto Hiroyuki, TAKAHARA Yasunori

Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A subframe structure of a front suspension that leads a subframe and a vehicle driving apparatus to the lower side after separation of a rear portion of the subframe due to a frontal collision without increasing weight and parts. A subframe structure of the front suspension provides a subframe that supports a vehicle driving apparatus in a mounting manner, and a rear portion of the subframe is mounted on a lower portion of a vehicle body via a fastening member. Fastening between the subframe and the fastening member is configured such that the rear portion of the subframe is separated when a collision load to a vehicle rear side is applied to the subframe. A leading guide portion that abuts against the fastening member and leads the subframe to a lower side after separation from the fastening member is integrally formed on the rear portion of the subframe. 1. A subframe structure of a front suspension , the subframe structure comprising:a subframe that supports a vehicle driving apparatus in a mounting manner,a rear portion of the subframe that is mounted on a lower portion of a vehicle body via a fastening member, and fastening between the subframe and the fastening member is configured such that the rear portion of the subframe is separated when a collision load to a vehicle rear side is applied to the subframe, anda leading guide portion that abuts against the fastening member and leads the subframe to a lower side after separation from the fastening member is integrally formed on the rear portion of the subframe.2. The subframe structure of the front suspension according to claim 1 , whereinthe fastening member is fastened to a vehicle body side in an inseparable manner and is fastened to a subframe side in a separable manner via a slit portion provided on a front side of the fastening member, andthe leading guide portion that abuts against the fastening member and is inclined to a lower rear side is integrally formed on a front side of the fastening member on ...

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Номер записи: 57

23-01-2020 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR SHIELDING VEHICLE COMPONENT

Номер: US20200025275A1

Автор: Batdorf Scott D., SCHROEDER Dustin M., SMITH Shane R.

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A shielding element for protecting at least one suspension and/or driveline component. The shielding element is connected to a suspension component. The suspension component extends in a first axial direction and includes a mounting portion at one end for mounting the suspension component to a vehicle. The suspension component further includes a second end for mounting the suspension component to a knuckle. The second mounting portion is capable of receiving a suspension mounting component, which may be or include a ball joint. The shielding element is located near the second mounting portion. The shielding element extends from a surface of the suspension component in a second direction different from the first direction. The portion of the protection element that extends in the second direction may protect at least one of the mounting point, the suspension mounting component, and the driveline component from contact with debris. 1. A protective shield for a vehicle suspension , comprising:an attachment portion attachable to a vehicle suspension component, the vehicle suspension component extending in an axial direction from a first end to a second end;at least one shield portion attached to the attachment portion and extending laterally relative to the axial direction of the suspension component, wherein the at least one shield portion includes:a first planar component extending from the attachment portion; anda second component being shaped to form a cavity and a surface opposite the cavity, wherein the cavity faces at least one of a suspension link mounting point, a ball joint, or a constant velocity joint, and wherein the surface opposite the cavity is shaped so as to direct flow and objects away from the cavity.2. The protective shield of claim 1 , wherein the suspension component comprises a trailing arm.3. The protective shield of claim 1 , wherein the cavity of the protective shield faces a constant velocity joint and directs flow and objects away from the ...

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Номер записи: 58

04-02-2016 дата публикации

REFURBISHMENT ASSEMBLY FOR HEAVY DUTY CHASSIS AND METHOD

Номер: US20160031277A1

Автор: Verbowski Larry John

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A refurbishment assembly for heavy duty truck chassis arid a novel bracket for maintaining said assembly in such chassis including a method of creating or manufacturing such an assembly and its mounting on a heavy duty truck chassis. 1. A refurbishment assembly for heavy duty chassis for heavy duty trucks , said refurbishment assembly comprising in combination:i. an extra heavy duty coil spring;ii. an extra heavy duty shock absorber having a near end and a distal end, said extra heavy duty shock absorber being pivotally mounted at said near end to a rigidly mounted, set-off support and bracket, said set-off support and bracket having a top end, said distal end of said heavy duty shock absorber being pivotally mounted to support bars, said support bars being rigidly mounted to a support plate, said support plate being rigidly mounted to a top chassis beam of a heavy duty truck chassis;iii. a dampener plate having a near end and a distal end, said dampener plate surmounting, at said near end, the top of said set-off support and at said distal end surmounting a truck solid beam front axle and beneath one end of said heavy duty coil spring;iv. an extra heavy duty compression bump stop, said extra heavy duty extra heavy duty compression bump stop impinging on a top surface of said dampener plate at said near end, the opposite end of said extra heavy duty bump stop being securely mounted to a suspension hood of a heavy duty chassis, said suspension hood being rigidly mounted to said top chassis bears of a heavy truck chassis;v. a lower heavy duty chassis beam having a near end and a distal end, said near end being pivotally attached to said top chassis beam, said distal end being rigidly attached to said solid beam front axle.2. A kit for refurbishing a heavy duty chassis for heavy duty trucks , said kit comprising:a. an extra heavy duty coil spring;b. an extra heavy duty shock absorber;c. a set-off support and bracket;d. a dampener plate;e. an extra heavy duty bump stop. ...

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Номер записи: 59

04-02-2016 дата публикации

AXLE LINK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20160031278A1

Автор: FESSEL Guido, SCHINDLER Sebastian

Принадлежит: Audi AG

An axle link for a motor vehicle includes a body-side connecting element and a wheel-side connecting element. The connecting elements are connected to one another by a rod element, comprised of a metal rod and a reinforcement casing. The metal rod is made of a ductile material and is anchored in the reinforcement casing at the connecting elements. The reinforcement casing is made of a brittle material and has a predetermined breaking point at a longitudinal position between the connecting elements. 17.-. (canceled)8. An axle link for a motor vehicle , comprising:a body-side connecting element;a wheel-side connecting element; anda rod element connecting the connecting elements to one another, said rod element comprising a metal rod and a reinforcement casing, said metal rod being made of ductile material and anchored at the connecting elements in the reinforcement casing, said reinforcement casing being made of a brittle material and having a predetermined breaking point at a longitudinal position between the connection elements.9. The axle link of claim 8 , wherein the reinforcement casing is made of fiber reinforced plastic.10. The axle link of claim 8 , wherein the reinforcement casing is made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP).11. The axle link of claim 8 , wherein the metal rod has a circumference which increases from an anchor point of the metal rod at one of the connecting elements to the predetermined breaking point and decreases from the predetermined breaking point to an anchor point at the other one of the connection elements.12. The axle link of claim 8 , wherein the material of the metal rod and the material of the reinforcement casing are selected such that a force to pull apart the metal rod in relation to the reinforcement casing is adjustable.13. The axle link of claim 12 , wherein the force is adjustable between a large force claim 12 , caused by rough surfaces on the metal rod and/or the reinforcement casing claim 12 , a smaller force claim ...

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Номер записи: 60

17-02-2022 дата публикации

WHEEL SUSPENSION AND SWING ARM FOR A WHEEL DRIVEN BY AN ELECTRICAL OR PNEUMATIC MOTOR

Номер: US20220048347A1

Автор: BIFANO Natale Cosmo, SIAMENAU Dzmitry

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A wheel suspension () for a wheel () of a vehicle, in particular the rear wheel of a utility vehicle, driven by an electric or pneumatic motor (), having a swing arm () which is mounted pivotably around a pivot axis () on the vehicle in a first region () and is supported on the vehicle in a second region (), wherein a third region () of the swing arm () carries a part of the motor () which is rotationally fixed in relation to the swing arm () in order to transmit a torque to the wheel using a rotating part of the motor (). 1. A wheel suspension for a wheel of a vehicle including a motor , comprising:a swing arm including a first region, a second region and a third region, the swing arm being mounted pivotably around a pivot axis on the vehicle in the first region and supported on the vehicle in the second region;wherein part of the motor is carried by the swing arm and rotationally affixed to the swing arm in order to transmit a torque to the wheel.2. The wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the motor comprises a wheel hub drive.3. The wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein:the swing arm comprises a semi-trailing arm swing arm for a semi-trailing arm suspension of the wheel.4. The wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein:the swing arm is arranged at a sweep angle of between 10° and 25, and is arranged at a roof angle of between 0° and 5°.5. The wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein:the first region of the swing arm comprises a hollow body and the third region of the swing arm comprises a solid body, and the swing arm is manufactured using metal.6. The wheel suspension according to claim 1 , further comprising:a line extending along the swing arm or in the swing arm.7. The wheel suspension according to claim 6 , wherein:the line extends in a recess in the swing arm or is attached to the swing arm.8. The wheel suspension according to claim 6 , wherein:the swing arm further comprises a passage for the line in the third region.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 61

17-02-2022 дата публикации

SUPPORT LINK ARM

Номер: US20220048348A1

Автор: Hummelt Juergen, Meyer Stephan

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The support link arm according to the invention has an elongate link arm member. A ball joint socket is disposed on a first longitudinal and of the link arm member. The link arm member in a sheet-metal shell construction mode is formed from sheet metal and has a cavity portion. The ball joint socket is a forging or casting from metal and possesses a fastening appendage which is configured in a materially integral manner so as to be in one piece with said ball joint socket. The ball joint socket by way of the fastening appendage engages in the cavity portion of the link arm member and is joined to the link arm member. 1. Support link arm having an elongate link arm member , wherein a ball joint socket is disposed on a first longitudinal end of the link arm member , wherein the link arm member is formed from sheet metal , and wherein the link arm member in the vertical cross section has a height and a width , wherein the height is of a larger dimension than the width of the link arm member and the link arm member has a cavity portion , and the ball joint socket is a forging or casting from metal and has a fastening appendage , wherein the ball joint socket by way of the fastening appendage engages in the cavity portion of the link arm member and is joined to the link arm member.2. Support link arm according to claim 1 ,wherein the link arm member is assembled from shell segments, in particular from two sheet-metal shells.3. Support link arm according to claim 1 ,wherein lateral walls of the cavity portion and the fastening appendage contact one another.4. Support link arm according to claim 1 ,wherein support flanks which are in contact with support portions provided on the link arm member are configured on the fastening appendage.5. Support link arm according to claim 1 ,wherein the link arm member in portions is configured so as to be rectangular in the vertical cross section.6. Support link arm according to claim 1 ,wherein the link arm member in portions is ...

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Номер записи: 62

17-02-2022 дата публикации

Chassis link for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20220048349A1

Автор: Andre Stieglitz, Ingolf Müller, Manfred Bürgmann

Принадлежит: ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG

A chassis link for a motor vehicle having load introduction elements connected by a straight profile portion of fiber-reinforced plastic. The profile portion and load introduction elements are connected via an adhesive connection in a common connection portion in which an end portion of the load introduction element and an end portion engage another in positive engagement. On both sides of a profile portion neutral fiber plane, the adhesive connection has longitudinal adhesive layers extending in a longitudinal direction of the profile portion and parallel to one another in a vertical. In vertical direction of the profile portion the longitudinal adhesive layers have a cross-sectional area becoming larger with increasing distance from the neutral fiber plane so that a relief is brought about in regions of the adhesive connection which have a relatively large distance from the neutral fiber plane in vertical direction of the profile portion.

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Номер записи: 63

17-02-2022 дата публикации

CAMBER ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20220048568A1

Автор: Fischer Abraham, Schaffer Ben

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A method and apparatus for a camber adjustment system for a control arm of the subject matter of the present disclosure which allows the quick change of camber settings of a vehicle by utilizing a pill adjustment component containing several camber settings including a track and street setting. 1. A camber adjustment system comprising:a pill adjustment component, the pill adjustment component having a pill alignment surface for aligning with a control arm alignment surface of a control arm to provide multiple alignment settings;a ball joint affixed to the pill adjustment component, wherein the ball joint is off-center of the pill adjustment component;a locking screw for coupling the pill adjustment component to the control arm; andan upright component affixed to the ball joint.2. The system of wherein the pill adjustment component includes an inward pill adjustment component for camber adjustment and caster adjustment on an alignment rack.3. The system of wherein the pill adjustment component includes an outer pill adjustment component for large adjustment at a track.4. The system of wherein the locking screw is removable to adjust the pill alignment surface of the pill adjustment component in relation to the control arm alignment surface to switch between the multiple alignment settings.5. The system of wherein the locking screw fixes the pill alignment surface in relation to the control arm alignment surface to select one of the multiple alignment settings.6. A camber adjustment system comprising:an upper control arm having a control arm alignment surface;a pill adjustment component, the pill adjustment component having a pill alignment surface and a center, the pill alignment surface for aligning the with the control arm alignment surface to provide multiple alignment settings;a ball joint affixed to the pill adjustment component, wherein the ball joint is off-center of the pill adjustment component;a locking screw for coupling the pill adjustment component to ...

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Номер записи: 64

31-01-2019 дата публикации

SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM WITH INTEGRATED RESILIENT ELEMENT

Номер: US20190030972A1

Автор: Mainz Daniel, Souschek Rainer, WOLF-MONHEIM Friedrich

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

There is provided a control arm comprising a shell-like shell of a first material and a reinforcement of a plastic material, wherein the reinforcement has a flex-element which protrudes therefrom and which can be supported or guided by means of a vehicle structure in order in the event of jounce and/or rebound of the suspension to produce a resilient action equivalent to a conventional spring. 1. A vehicle suspension system comprising:a control arm supporting two bushings for movably securing the control arm to a vehicle and comprising: a shell formed of a sheet material, a plastic reinforcement secured to a surface of the shell, and a flex-element extending from the reinforcement and through an opening in the shell; anda contact-element disposed on the vehicle to contact the flex-element and deflect the flex-element relative to the reinforcement during jounce and/or rebound of the control arm.2. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the surface of the shell to which the reinforcement is secured is concave.3. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement and the flex-element are formed as an integral component.4. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the shell is formed of sheet steel.5. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the shell has a flange bordering the opening and supporting the flex-element.6. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement is formed of a carbon-fiber-reinforced material.7. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein the shell and the reinforcement are secured together by mechanical locking.8. A vehicle suspension control arm comprising:a shell formed of a sheet material, having a concave side, and movably secured to a vehicle structure at first and second locations thereof;a plastic reinforcement bonded to the concave side; anda flex-element extending from the reinforcement and through an opening in the shell to contact the vehicle structure at a third location thereof, movement of the control arm ...

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Номер записи: 65

30-01-2020 дата публикации

LINK FOR A WHEEL SUSPENSION

Номер: US20200031186A1

Автор: GIESE Hans-Erich, JENTSCH Kai-Uwe, NIERHOFF Daniel, SEMLANOJ Angela

Принадлежит:

A link for a wheel suspension of a vehicle may include a middle section and two end sections. The end sections may have connecting points for receiving linking and/or joining elements. The object of providing a link that has sufficient stability and rigidity throughout a service life of that link and that can be produced cost-effectively is accomplished at least in part and at least in some cases by way of the middle section of the link being formed from at least two shells. The at least two shells may in some cases have substantially U-shaped cross sections, and the at least two shells may be joined together by integral bonding, force locking, and/or form fitting in a butt joint or a lap joint. 113.-. (canceled)14. A link for a wheel suspension of a vehicle , the link comprising:at least one middle section formed from at least two shells; andat least two end sections having connecting points for receiving at least one of linking elements or joining elements.15. The link of wherein the at least two shells are substantially U-shaped in cross section and are joined together by at least one of integral bonding claim 14 , force locking claim 14 , or form fitting in a butt joint or a lap joint.16. The link of wherein each of the substantially U-shaped at least two shells comprises as a single piece a bottom and two adjoining frames claim 15 , which make an angle with the bottom.17. The link of wherein a height of the two adjoining frames is constant in a longitudinal direction at least for a portion of the at least one middle section.18. The link of wherein a height of the two adjoining frames is variable in a longitudinal direction at least for a portion of the at least one middle section.19. The link of wherein a width of the bottom is constant in a longitudinal direction at least for a portion of the at least one middle section.20. The link of wherein a width of the bottom is variable in a longitudinal direction at least for a portion of the at least one middle ...

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Номер записи: 66

12-02-2015 дата публикации

RUBBER BEARING CONNECTION

Номер: US20150042059A1

Автор: Fiechtner Martin, Middelkampf Arnold, Modinger Wolfgang, Wellensiek Hans-Juergen

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A suspension arm () for a vehicle including a bearing () and a journal (). The bearing () has at least one elastic sub-element () and the bearing () is arranged on the journal () of the suspension arm () and encloses the journal (). The journal () and the bearing () are designed to co-operate with one another in such manner that the bearing (), relative to the journal (), has a transition fit. The bearing () is fixed on the journal () of the suspension arm () by a fastening element (). 112-. (canceled)131. A suspension arm () for a vehicle comprising:{'b': 4', '2, 'a bearing () and a journal (),'}{'b': 4', '4, 'i': 'c', 'the bearing () comprising at least one elastic sub-element (),'}{'b': 4', '2', '1', '2, 'the bearing () being arranged on the journal () of the suspension arm () and enclosing the journal (),'}{'b': 2', '4', '4', '2, 'the journal () and the bearing () being designed to co-operate in such manner that the bearing (), relative to the journal (), has a transition fit, and'}{'b': 4', '2', '1', '3, 'the bearing () being fixed on the journal () of the suspension arm () by a fastening element ().'}14121. The suspension arm () according to claim 13 , wherein the journal () is formed integrally with a remaining portion of the suspension arm ().15121. The suspension arm () according to claim 13 , wherein the journal () and a remaining portion of the suspension arm () are connected to one another.16122422aa. The suspension arm () according to claim 13 , wherein the journal () has at least one stepped area () and the bearing () is pushed onto the journal () as far as the stepped area ().1713. The suspension arm () according to claim 13 , wherein the fastening element () is a screw which is detachable from the suspension arm.18132. The suspension arm () according to claim 13 , wherein the fastening element () is arranged coaxially with a longitudinal axis of the journal ().191363a. The suspension arm () according to claim 17 , wherein the fastening element () is ...

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Номер записи: 67

24-02-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE

Номер: US20220055434A1

Автор: Giese Timothy J., Hansen Donald S., Taylor Matthew S.

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A suspension assembly for a vehicle includes a lower alignment arm, an upper alignment arm, and a linear force element. The lower alignment arm includes a first portion, second portion, a third portion, and a linear force element mount. The linear force element mount includes a bearing for pivotably coupling the linear force element to the lower alignment arm. 1. A suspension arm for a vehicle , the suspension arm comprising:a first portion; anda second portion coupled to the first portion, and the first portion and the second portion together define an upper surface of the suspension arm.2. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein the second portion is coupled to an upper surface of the first portion.3. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein the second portion is coupled to a laterally outer portion of the first portion.4. The suspension arm of claim 1 , further comprising a ball joint housing and both the first and second portion have a length extending to the ball joint housing.5. The suspension arm of claim 1 , wherein the first portion includes a first lateral extension and a second lateral extension claim 1 , and the second portion extends along a portion of the first and second lateral extensions of the first portion.6. The suspension arm of claim 1 , further comprising a mounting assembly for linear force element claim 1 , and the second portion generally surrounds the mounting assembly.7. The suspension arm of claim 1 , further comprising a third portion coupled to the first portion.8. The suspension arm of claim 7 , wherein the third portion defines a lowermost surface of the suspension arm.9. The suspension arm of claim 8 , wherein the third portion has a height that overlaps a height of the first portion.10. A suspension assembly for a vehicle claim 8 , the suspension assembly comprising:an alignment arm comprising a mounting assembly having a bearing plate and a bearing member, and the bearing member is removably coupled within a portion of the bearing ...

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Номер записи: 68

14-02-2019 дата публикации

SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY WITH DISC BRAKE ACTUATOR PROTECTION

Номер: US20190047536A1

Автор: Hester Donald R., Naples Benedetto A.

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A suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system that includes a geometry that enables components of a brake system to be mounted above and be protected by a beam of the suspension assembly. In an embodiment of the suspension assembly, the beam includes a recessed area that allows a brake actuator to be positioned at least partially within or disposed adjacent the recessed area. 1. A suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system , said suspension assembly comprising:a beam, said beam being pivotally connected to a frame of said heavy duty vehicle adjacent a first end of the beam, an axle of said heavy-duty vehicle being rigidly attached to the beam;a force reacting suspension component mounted adjacent a second end of the beam, said force reacting suspension component also being connected to said frame;a recessed area formed on a surface of said beam, said recessed area enabling a brake system component to be positioned above at least a portion of the beam adjacent the recessed area, said recessed area protecting said brake system component from road debris and contaminants.2. The suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system of claim 1 , wherein said recessed area is formed by a geometry of the connection of a top wall of said beam to an inboard sidewall and an outboard sidewall of the beam.3. The suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system of claim 2 , wherein said recessed area has a generally curved shaped.4. The suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system of claim 1 , wherein said force reacting suspension component is an air spring.5. The suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system of claim 1 , wherein said brake system component is a brake actuator.6. The suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle integrated axle/suspension system of claim 5 , wherein said brake ...

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Номер записи: 69

25-02-2021 дата публикации

Chassis control arm and method for the production of a chassis control arm

Номер: US20210053408A1

Автор: Arne SCHNIEDERS, Erik Walter, Frode Paulsen, Stephan Meyer

Принадлежит: Benteler Automobiltechnik GmbH

A chassis control arm includes a single-piece base body with several hollow chambers. The base body includes a plurality of bearing mounts. A first bearing mount is formed by one of the hollow chambers and traverses the base body to define a first bearing axis which extends in extrusion direction. A second bearing mount in a first end portion of the base body defines a second bearing axis in a direction which deviates from the extrusion direction of the hollow profile. A third bearing mount is positioned in a second end portion of the base body. The base body has a center portion which includes the first bearing mount and is arranged between the first and second end portions. The base body has a first leg extending from the first end portion to the center portion, and a second leg extending from the second end portion to the center portion.

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Номер записи: 70

26-02-2015 дата публикации

Suspension Mechanism

Номер: US20150054246A1

Автор: Rezania Parto

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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: 71

23-02-2017 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL WISHBONE TRAILING ARM

Номер: US20170050483A1

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: 72

23-02-2017 дата публикации

SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM WITH FRANGIBLE BUSHING COLLAR

Номер: US20170050485A1

Автор: ELEAZAR Andrew J.

Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.

A suspension arm adapted for use in a suspension system of an automotive vehicle including an arm member, a first mounting portion formed at a first end of the arm member and a second mounting portion formed at a second end of the arm member spaced in a first direction relative to the first mounting portion. The first mounting portion including a bushing collar equipped with a frangible portion comprising at least one stress riser, and the longitudinal axis of the collar in the first direction. By adding a frangible feature to the bushing collar of the suspension arm, the breakage mode and breakage timing can be optimized to ensure a tire-and-wheel assembly consistently contacts surrounding parts at the desired time and locations in a predictable sequence and manner during a vehicle impact event. 1. A suspension arm adapted for use in a suspension system of an automotive vehicle comprising:an arm member;a first mounting portion formed at a first end of the arm member; anda second mounting portion formed at a second end of the arm member spaced in a first direction relative to the first mounting portion, whereinthe first mounting portion includes a bushing collar provided with a frangible portion, and the longitudinal axis of the bushing collar is in the first direction,wherein the bushing collar comprises a material of different hardness than a material of the arm member.2. The suspension arm according to claim 1 , whereinthe frangible portion is a notch disposed on a first end of the bushing collar.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The suspension arm according to claim 1 , whereinthe frangible portion is a groove disposed on a first end of the bushing collar.6. (canceled)7. (canceled) Field of the DisclosureThe present disclosure relates to the placement of stress risers in automotive vehicle suspension arms to provide predictable suspension failure modes and movement of tire-and-wheel assemblies during offset frontal type collisions.Description of the Related ...

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Номер записи: 73

15-05-2014 дата публикации

Independent suspension system with self-compensated floating swing arm

Номер: US20140131971A1

Автор: He HOU

Принадлежит: Individual

An independent suspension system with self-compensated floating swing arm is provided. The independent suspension system with self-compensated floating swing arm includes at least one of an independent suspension apparatus with self-compensated floating swing arm for controlling wheels of a vehicle to perform linear motion constantly along vertical direction of car body of the vehicle, and a scissors-type anti-skew bar apparatus controlled by centrifugal force for balancing skew force when the vehicle is cornering. The two mechanisms can be used together or independently. Also, they may be applicable for front wheels or rear wheels.

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Номер записи: 74

21-02-2019 дата публикации

AXLE SYSTEM

Номер: US20190054766A1

Автор: Khoury Jean, Nagel Christopher

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Axle system for use in utility vehicles includes a suspension arm and a clamping unit, wherein the clamping unit has a base element and a clamping element, wherein the base element is substantially arranged on a first side and the clamping element on the second side of the suspension arm lying opposite the first side, wherein the base element is configured to be secured to an axle element, and wherein a tensile element is configured to apply a tensile force between the clamping element and the base element, such that the suspension arm is held by force fit between the clamping element and the base element. 115.-. (canceled)16. An axle system for use in utility vehicles , comprising:a suspension arm; anda clamping unit;wherein the clamping unit has a base element and a clamping element;wherein the base element is at least partially arranged on a first side and the clamping element on a second side of the suspension arm lying opposite the first side;wherein the base element is configured to be secured to an axle element; andwherein a tensile element is provided which is designed to apply a tensile force between the clamping element and the base element, such that the suspension arm is held by force fit between the clamping element and the base element.17. The axle system as claimed in claim 16 ,wherein the clamping element has a first supporting portion and a second supporting portion;wherein the first supporting portion is configured be brought to rest on the second side of the suspension arm;wherein the second supporting portion is configured to be brought to rest on a holding face of the base element; andwherein the tensile element is configured to be brought into engagement on the clamping element at least partially between the first and second supporting portions.18. The axle system as claimed in claim 17 ,wherein in a mounted state of the axle system, the first supporting portion has a mean distance from the longitudinal axis of the tensile element;wherein in ...

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Номер записи: 75

21-02-2019 дата публикации

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL SUSPENSION BUSHING

Номер: US20190054786A1

Автор: Fulton R. Scott, Hester Donald R., Leonard Ross, Patterson James J., Zimmerman Randy J.

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A bushing for use in an axle/suspension system of a heavy-duty vehicle. A beam supports an axle for pivotal movement with a hanger of the heavy-duty vehicle at a pivot connection. A bumper is fixed to the beam and contacts an engagement member of the heavy-duty vehicle to limit the relative pivotal movement of the beam and axle in one direction. A force is applied to the pivot connection in a force application direction that is angularly spaced from horizontal and vertical planes. The pivot connection includes a bushing to connect the beam and the hanger. The bushing includes an elastomeric bushing body with at least one void for decreasing rigidity of the bushing body in a substantially vertical direction. The one void is located in the bushing body angularly spaced from the force application direction. The bushing body is substantially solid along the force application direction. 1. An axle/suspension system including a pair of suspension assemblies for a heavy-duty vehicle , each of the suspension assemblies being supported by and connected to a frame of the heavy-duty vehicle , the axle/suspension system including an axle , the axle/suspension system comprising:a hanger connected to the frame of the heavy-duty vehicle;a beam mounted at a pivot connection to the hanger for relative pivotal movement, the pivot connection having an axis of rotation, a portion of the axle being attachable to a first portion of the beam on a first side of the pivot connection;bumper structure fixed to one of the frame, the hanger or a second portion of the beam that is located on an opposite second side of the pivot connection, the bumper structure for contacting a component associated with at least one of the frame, hanger or beam to limit pivotal movement of the axle in one direction about the pivot connection, wherein the contact applies a force to the pivot connection in a force application direction that is angularly spaced from horizontal and vertical planes extending through ...

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Номер записи: 76

21-02-2019 дата публикации

AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEM WITH DOWN STOP

Номер: US20190054787A1

Автор: Andreasen Jacob D., Fulton R. Scott, Hester Donald R., Naples Benedetto A., Ramsey John E.

Принадлежит:

An axle/suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle supported by a frame and a hanger includes a beam, an axle, and a bumper. The axle is supported by a first portion of the beam for pivotal movement of the beam relative to the hanger at a pivot joint. The first portion of the beam is located on a first side of the pivot joint. The bumper is fixed to at least one of the frame, the hanger, and a second portion of the beam. The second portion of the beam is located on an opposite second side of the pivot joint. The bumper includes a portion for contacting structure of at least another of the frame, the hanger, and the beam to limit pivotal movement of the axle in one direction. 1. An axle/suspension assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle , the axle/suspension assembly supported by a frame and a hanger of the heavy-duty vehicle , the axle/suspension assembly comprising:a beam;an axle supported by a first portion of the beam for pivotal movement relative to the hanger at a pivot joint, the first portion of the beam being located on a first side of the pivot joint; anda bumper fixed to at least one of the frame, the hanger, and a second portion of the beam located on an opposite second side of the pivot joint, the bumper having a portion for contacting structure of at least another of the frame, the hanger, and the beam to limit relative pivotal movement of the beam and the axle in one direction.2. The axle/suspension assembly of further including the beam being a trailing arm beam.3. The axle/suspension assembly of further including an engagement portion having a surface for contacting the bumper to limit pivotal movement of the beam and the axle in the one direction claim 1 , the engagement portion being fixed to or integral with at least one of the frame and hanger.4. The axle/suspension assembly of further including the engagement portion being disposed above the beam in order to protect the engagement member portion from road debris.5. The axle/suspension assembly of ...

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Номер записи: 77

05-03-2015 дата публикации

LEAF SPRING BEARING AND VEHICLE WHEEL SUSPENSION CONTAINING SAME

Номер: US20150061255A1

Автор: GIRELLI CONSOLARO Alberto, SIMON Marc, Zandbergen Paul

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

The present disclosure provides a leaf spring bearing for a vehicle with a transverse leaf spring. The leaf spring bearing comprises an upper bearing block and a lower bearing block. Each bearing block is formed at least partially of elastic material and comprises an upper support surface and a lower support surface between which a portion of the transverse leaf spring can be interposed. At least one of the upper and lower bearing blocks has a bearing core and an insert positioned in the elastic material between the upper and lower support surfaces so as to define three layers of the elastic material within the at least one bearing block. At least one of the upper and lower bearing blocks has two support plates arranged either outside the elastic material or at least partially surrounded by the elastic material in the area of the upper and lower support surfaces of the bearing block. In one exemplary embodiment, the support plates have closing contours arranged at their respective end regions which can be brought at least partially into engagement with each other to couple the two bearing blocks to one another. 1. A leaf spring bearing for a vehicle with a transverse leaf spring , comprising:an upper bearing block and a lower bearing block, each bearing block being formed at least partially of elastic material and comprising an upper support surface and a lower support surface between which a portion of the transverse leaf spring can be interposed,wherein at least one of the upper and lower bearing blocks has a bearing core and an insert positioned in the elastic material between the upper and lower support surfaces so as to define three layers of the elastic material within the at least one bearing block, andwherein at least one of the upper and lower bearing blocks has two support plates arranged either outside the elastic material or at least partially surrounded by the elastic material in the area of the upper and lower support surfaces of the bearing block, ...

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Номер записи: 78

02-03-2017 дата публикации

Link Unit and Method for Producing a Link Unit

Номер: US20170057314A1

Автор: Biewer Frederik, Drewes Olaf

Принадлежит: SAF-HOLLAND GMBH

The present invention relates to a method for producing a link unit, comprising the steps of provision of a carrier, reshaping of the carrier in the region of a first connecting section in such a way that an upset section is formed, the wall thickness of the carrier being increased in the region of the upset section, and provision of a node element with a joint section, and connecting of the joint section to the first connecting section by means of a rotary friction welding method. Furthermore, the invention relates to a link unit, in which a carrier which is configured in the manner of a hollow body is connected to a node element by means of a rotary friction welding method. 114-. (canceled)15. A method for producing a link unit , comprising:providing a carrier which has a first connecting section;cold forming the carrier in a region of the first connecting section to form an upset section, the wall thickness of the carrier being increased in the region of the upset section;providing a node element with a joint section; andconnecting the joint section to the first connecting section by rotary friction welding.16. The method as claimed in claim 15 , the carrier comprises a substantially hollow-cylindrical shape in a first state claim 15 , and being changed by the cold forming into a second state claim 15 , in which the carrier comprises a curved configuration.17. The method as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the carrier is at least one of changed into the second state after welding to the node element claim 16 , and the carrier is changed into the second state before welding to the node element.18. The method as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the carrier includes a second connecting section at an end of the carrier which lies opposite the first connecting section claim 15 , on which second connecting section a bearing socket is fixed.19. The method as claimed in claim 15 , the outer contour of the carrier being kept substantially constant during the forming of the ...

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Номер записи: 79

04-03-2021 дата публикации

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY FOR AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE

Номер: US20210061036A1

Автор: Despres-Nadeau Charles, HEON Martin, LECLERC Daniel

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A vehicle has a frame, seats, front and rear suspension assemblies, front and rear wheels, a motor, a rear differential, left and right constant velocity joints operatively connected to the rear differential; and left and right half-shaft operatively connecting the constant velocity joints to the rear wheels. Each of the rear suspension assemblies has: a trailing arm having a front end pivotally connected to the frame; a knuckle pivotally connected to a rear portion of the trailing arm; lower and upper links pivotally connected between the trailing arm and the frame; and a toe link pivotally connected between the knuckle and the frame. Each of the rear suspension assemblies has an instant center axis passing through a connection between the trailing arm and the frame. Centers of the velocity joints are laterally outward of their corresponding instant center axes when viewed in a top plan view of the vehicle. 1. A vehicle comprising:a frame;a driver seat connected to the frame;a passenger seat connected to the frame, the passenger seat being disposed beside the driver seat;a front left suspension assembly connected to the frame;a front left wheel operatively connected to the front left suspension assembly;a front right suspension assembly connected to the frame;a front right wheel operatively connected to the front right suspension assembly;a rear left suspension assembly connected to the frame;a rear left wheel operatively connected to the rear left suspension assembly;a rear right suspension assembly connected to the frame;a rear right wheel operatively connected to the rear right suspension assembly;a motor operatively connected to at least the rear left and rear right wheels;a rear differential operatively connected to the motor;a left constant velocity joint operatively connected to the rear differential;a left half-shaft operatively connecting the left constant velocity joint to the rear left wheel;a right constant velocity joint operatively connected to the ...

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Номер записи: 80

04-03-2021 дата публикации

FRONT SUSPENSION DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20210061037A1

Автор: Hamada Takashi, SANO Susumu, UCHIBA Yuuki, Yoshida Shohei

Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A front suspension device for a vehicle that, when a collision load acts on a suspension arm, reduces the detachment amount of a subframe mounting portion on the rear side from a vehicle body, absorbs collision load energy, and reduces an input to a rear axially supporting portion for a subframe. The front suspension device for a vehicle includes a subframe; a suspension arm having an outer end on which a front wheel is pivotally supported, and an inner end pivotally supported with respect to the subframe; a subframe mounting portion for mounting the subframe to a vehicle body through a fastener from below on the rear side relative to a front-wheel axially supporting portion of the suspension arm; and an upward bend inducing portion for bending the suspension arm upward when a suspension arm frontal collision load is input via the front wheel to the suspension arm. 1. A front suspension device for a vehicle , comprising:a subframe;a suspension arm having an outer end on which a front wheel is pivotally supported, and an inner end pivotally supported with respect to the subframe;a subframe mounting portion configured to mount the subframe to a vehicle body through a fastener from below on a rear side relative to a front-wheel axially supporting portion of the suspension arm; andan upward bend inducing portion configured to bend the suspension arm upward when a suspension arm frontal collision load is input via the front wheel to the suspension arm.2. The front suspension device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe suspension arm is a lower arm comprising a front axially supporting portion for the subframe and a rear axially supporting portion located on a rear side relative to the front-wheel axially supporting portion, andthe upward bend inducing portion is formed between the front-wheel axially supporting portion and the rear axially supporting portion.3. The front suspension device for a vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the upward bend inducing ...

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Номер записи: 81

22-05-2014 дата публикации

Axle Suspension and Axle Lift for a Vehicle Axle

Номер: US20140138922A1

Автор: Gmeiner Swen, Luckau Bianca, Michels Manfred, Neumann Arthur, Schwarz Michael

Принадлежит: BPW Bergische Achsen KG

An axle suspension for a vehicle axle guided by a trailing arm and also, furthermore, an axle lift for a vehicle axle are proposed. The axle lift includes a force element (), a pressure transmission means () which is movable towards an axle link () of the vehicle axle by actuation of the force element, and a bracket (). The bracket () is provided with a supporting means () for the force element () and the pressure reaction forces acting on the latter and, in addition, for the fastening to a support () is provided with a bracket part (), on which a plug-in or hook connection (A) for engagement in the support () is formed. With the aim of being able to fit the bracket () in a fixed basic setting on the support () with just a few actions, it is proposed that the bracket part (), at a distance from the plug-in or hook connection (A) thereof, is provided with at least one further connecting means (), which is designed for engagement in the support (). 112.-. (canceled)13. An axle suspension for a vehicle axle , the axle suspension comprising:a support adapted to be fixed on a vehicle side underneath a vehicle chassis;a trailing arm associated with the support, wherein the trailing arm has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is rotatably connected to the support and the second end is air-sprung relative to the vehicle chassis;the trailing arm having an axle socket in which a vehicle axle is received;an axle lift arranged on the support, the axle lift comprising a force element and a pressure transmission means, wherein the force element is operatively connected to the pressure transmission means so as to move the pressure transmission means against the trailing arm when the force element is actuated;the axle lift comprising a console bracket comprising a supporting means, wherein the supporting means supports the force element and supports pressure reaction forces acting on the force element;the consol bracket further comprising a console bracket part ...

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Номер записи: 82

22-05-2014 дата публикации

OPTIMIZED WALL THICKNESS TORQUE ROD

Номер: US20140138928A1

Автор: Rager Christopher G.

Принадлежит: The Pullman Company

A torque rod assembly includes a pair of end joint assemblies with a thin wall connecting tube disposed between them. The end joint assemblies each include an eye which is friction welded to the thin wall connecting tube. The use of the thin wall connecting tube and the friction welding process allow the friction weld to be located immediately adjacent a bore extending through the eye. The eyes and the thin wall connecting tube can be cast, extruded or formed from steel, aluminum or cast iron. 1. A torque rod assembly comprising:a first joint assembly including a first eye defining a first bore;a second joint assembly including a second eye defining a second bore;a thin wall connecting tube extending between said first joint assembly and said second joint assembly;a first circular weld attaching a circular end of said thin wall connecting tube to said first eye of said first joint assembly, said first circular weld being disposed immediately adjacent said first bore defined by said first eye.2. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said thin wall connecting tube is an ERW tube.3. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said first eye is an aluminum eye.4. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said first eye is a cast iron eye.5. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said first eye is a steel eye.6. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a ratio between a distance between a centerline of said first bore to an outer dimension of said first eye in a direction from said first joint assembly directly toward said second end joint assembly and a distance between said centerline of said first bore to said first weld in said direction from said first joint assembly directly toward said second end joint assembly is 1.0:1 to 1.3:1.7. The torque rod assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a ratio between a distance between a centerline of said first bore to an outer dimension of said first eye in ...

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Номер записи: 83

22-05-2014 дата публикации

AXLE AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20140138930A1

Автор: Beck Gerhard, Hildensperger Wolfgang, KÖHLER Robert, Schuster Georg, UHL Stefan, Wegscheider Peter

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A carrying axle () for trailers and a method for the production thereof are provided. The axle () includes an axle body () having an outer supporting axle tube () in which a rocker arm assembly (), which is bent once or several times, is introduced. The rocker arm assembly () is produced as a metal, tubular stamped and bent single piece. The rocker arm assembly is stamped from a platine () or a sheet metal strip () and is bent in order to form an angled tube (). 137-. (canceled)38. A carrying axle for vehicles and trailers , the axle comprising an axle body comprising:an outer supporting tubular axle part; andan angular rocker arm assembly mounted within the tubular axle part, the rocker arm assembly including at least one bend, the rocker arm comprising a one-piece, tubular, stamped and bent part made of metal.39. An axle in accordance with claim 38 , wherein the rocker arm assembly is made of a sheet metal strip which has been stamped and bent into an angular tube.40. An axle in accordance with claim 39 , wherein the angular tube has a jacket closed by means of a weld seam joint.41. An axle in accordance with claim 38 , further comprising an axle spring mounting integrated in the axle part.42. An axle in accordance with claim 38 , wherein the rocker arm assembly has an inner axle part and a rocker arm connecting transversely or diagonally thereto.43. An axle in accordance with claim 44 , wherein the inner axle part comprises an axle tube claim 44 , a cord-shaped spring element and a spring holder for holding the cord-shaped spring element.44. An axle in accordance with claim 38 , wherein the rocker arm assembly has an axle stub projecting transversely from the rocker arm at an end.45. An axle in accordance with claim 42 , wherein the rocker arm assembly has a bead-like reinforcement area at a curved transition point between the inner axle part and the rocker arm.46. An axle in accordance with claim 39 , wherein the rocker arm assembly has an abutting edge with a ...

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Номер записи: 84

28-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICULAR HYBRID SUSPENSION ARM AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20190061452A1

Автор: JEONG Se Woong, KIM Hyun Woo, KWON Hyuk, KWON Ig Jin, KWON Soon Chan, KWON Tae Sung, LEE Dae Ju, Lee Sung Keun, PARK Min Kook, YOON Young In, YU Byong Suk

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A vehicular hybrid suspension arm includes a suspension arm body made of a steel material, and an insert molding inserted into and coupled to the suspension arm body, providing a suspension arm having reduced weight and high rigidity. 1. A vehicular hybrid suspension arm , comprising:a suspension arm body made of a steel material; andan insert molding inserted into and coupled to the suspension arm body.2. The vehicular hybrid suspension arm of claim 1 , further comprising a coupling portion in which the suspension arm body and a portion of the insert molding intersect with each other to prevent separation between the suspension arm body and the insert molding claim 1 ,wherein the coupling portion includes a flange structure, andwherein the flange structure includes: a coupling flange formed to be bent inward in a width direction of the suspension arm body; and a fixing portion which is a portion of the insert molding and into which the coupling flange is inserted.3. The vehicular hybrid suspension arm of claim 1 , further comprising a coupling portion in which the suspension arm body and a portion of the insert molding intersect with each other to prevent separation between the suspension arm body and the insert molding claim 1 ,wherein the coupling portion includes a reinforcement structure, andwherein the reinforcement structure includes a reinforcement member which is inserted into and fixed to the suspension arm body and is in contact with the insert molding.4. The vehicular hybrid suspension arm of claim 3 , wherein the reinforcement member is disposed in a direction parallel to a cross-sectional direction of the suspension arm body claim 3 , and the insert molding surrounds the reinforcement member.5. The vehicular hybrid suspension arm of claim 4 , wherein at least one hole is formed in the reinforcement member claim 4 , and the insert molding extends through the hole.6. The vehicular hybrid suspension arm of claim 3 , wherein the reinforcement member is ...

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Номер записи: 85

28-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE CONTROL ARM FOR A WHEEL SUSPENSION

Номер: US20190061453A1

Автор: Branger Eric Leonard, MIURA Fabio

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

The disclosure relates to a method for producing a vehicle control arm for a wheel suspension of a motor vehicle. The vehicle control arm is configured from at least one sheet metal part in such a way that, in a region of an insulating bushing to be inserted, two sheet metal portions are disposed at a distance from, and opposite, one another in such a way that a gap is formed between them. In this region, two bearing eyes are formed coaxially with one another in the two sheet metal portions. A reinforcing ring is inserted between the two sheet metal portions, being in coaxial alignment with the two bearing eyes. A respective die is pressed into each bearing eye. Edges of the bearing eyes are bent, and the reinforcing ring is retained by the edges of the bearing eyes. 1. A method for producing a vehicle control arm of a motor vehicle , comprising:inserting an insulating bushing in a region between two sheet metal portions that are disposed at a distance from and opposite each other;forming a gap between the two sheet metal portions;forming two bearing eyes, coaxially, in the region of the two sheet metal portions;inserting a reinforcing ring between the two sheet metal portions, being aligned coaxially with the two bearing eyes; andpressing a die into each of the bearing eyes such that edges of the bearing eyes are bent toward the gap to form a collar, and the reinforcing ring is retained, via an inner face, by the edges of the bearing eyes.2. The method as claimed in further comprising inserting at least one spacer element located outside the reinforcing ring between the two sheet metal portions.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the spacer element is formed by at least two claim 2 , dish-shaped claim 2 , spacer parts.4. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the spacer element is in contact with the reinforcing ring claim 2 , outside the reinforcing ring.51. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the reinforcing ring is positioned between the two ...

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Номер записи: 86

17-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE

Номер: US20220080796A1

Автор: DONG Zhen, YAN Shuting

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A vehicle is provided. The vehicle includes a frame and a front shock absorber. The front shock absorber is arranged to the frame and extends obliquely backward from bottom to top. An included angle between a projection of a central axis of the front shock absorber on a longitudinal central plane of the vehicle and a projection of a vertical line of the ground passing through a lower end of the front shock absorber on the longitudinal central plane is denoted as a, and a meets a relation of 9°≤α≤20°. 1. A vehicle , comprising:a frame; anda front shock absorber arranged to the frame and extends obliquely backward from bottom to top, wherein an included angle between a projection of a central axis of the front shock absorber on a longitudinal central plane of the vehicle and a projection of a vertical line of the ground passing through a lower end of the front shock absorber on the longitudinal central plane is denoted as α, and α meets a relation of 9°≤α≤20°.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein α is 11°.3. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein α is 17°.4. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein two front shock absorbers are provided claim 1 , and the two front shock absorbers are arranged symmetrically in a left-right direction.5. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a first suspension rocker arm is arranged to the lower end of the front shock absorber claim 1 , and an included angle between projections of a rotation axis of the first suspension rocker arm and the central axis of the front shock absorber on the longitudinal central plane of the vehicle is denoted as β claim 1 , and β meets a relation of 75°≤β23 90°.6. The vehicle according to claim 5 , wherein β is 90°.7. The vehicle according to claim 5 , wherein β is 78°.8. The vehicle according to claim 5 , wherein the first suspension rocker arm comprises two first rocking rods claim 5 , first ends of the two first rocking rods are connected and rotatably connected to the lower end of the ...

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Номер записи: 87

10-03-2016 дата публикации

CONVETRIBLE LINK FOR AN ANTI-SWAY BAR

Номер: US20160068034A1

Автор: Smith Justin

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A convertible link for use with an anti-sway bar is provided. The convertible link includes a hydraulic cylinder having a link tube and a fluid shaft. The fluid shaft includes a piston coupled to a first end of the fluid shaft, wherein the fluid shaft and the piston are slidably coupled within the link tube. Fluid flows in and out of the hydraulic cylinder to move the hydraulic cylinder between a fixed and a moveable condition. In the fixed position the fluid shaft does not move with respect to the link tube and the anti-sway bar is operational to control roll. In the moveable condition the fluid shaft is moveable with respect to the link tube and the anti-sway bar is not operational to control roll. 1. A convertible link for use with an anti-sway bar , the convertible link comprising: a link tube; and', 'a fluid shaft having a piston coupled to a first end of the fluid shaft, wherein the fluid shaft and the piston are slidably coupled within the link tube, wherein fluid flows in and out of the hydraulic cylinder to move the hydraulic cylinder between a fixed and a moveable condition, wherein in the fixed position, the fluid shaft is fixed with respect to the link tube and the anti-sway bar is operational to control roll and in the moveable condition, the fluid shaft is moveable with respect to the link tube and the anti-sway bar is not operational to control roll., 'a hydraulic cylinder comprising2. The convertible link of claim 1 , further comprising a link cap coupled to a first end of the link tube claim 1 , wherein the link cap comprises an aperture used to couple the link cap to the anti-sway bar.3. The convertible link of claim 2 , further comprising fluid shaft cap coupled to a second end of the fluid shaft claim 2 , wherein the fluid shaft cap comprises an aperture used to couple the fluid shaft cap to a control arm of vehicle suspension.4. The convertible link of claim 3 , further comprising an end cap claim 3 , wherein the end cap includes an aperture ...

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Номер записи: 88

08-03-2018 дата публикации

SUSPENSION ARM AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180065436A1

Автор: TSUNEKAWA Hajime

Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A suspension arm includes: a vibration-proof bush including tubular fittings, a tubular elastic member formed on an outer periphery of the tubular fittings, and a resin band that is wound around an outer peripheral surface of the tubular elastic member and imparts a pre-compression in a radial direction of the tubular elastic member; and a resin arm fixed to the vibration-proof bush by integrally forming a resin material so as to surround the outer periphery of the vibration-proof bush. 1. A suspension arm comprising:a vibration-proof bush including tubular fittings, a tubular elastic member formed on an outer periphery of the tubular fittings, and a resin band that is wound around an outer peripheral surface of the tubular elastic member and imparts a pre-compression in a radial direction of the tubular elastic member; anda resin arm fixed to the vibration-proof bush by integrally forming a resin material so as to surround an outer periphery of the vibration-proof bush.2. The suspension arm according to claim 1 , wherein the resin band and the resin arm are made of resin materials of the same type.3. A manufacturing method of a suspension arm claim 1 , comprising:forming a tubular elastic member on an outer periphery of tubular fittings;generating a vibration-proof bush by winding a resin band around an outer peripheral surface of the formed tubular elastic member and imparting a pre-compression in a radial direction of the tubular elastic member; andintegrally forming a resin arm so as to surround the outer periphery of the vibration-proof bush. This application is based upon and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese patent application No. 2016-172789, filed on Sep. 5, 2016, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference.The present disclosure relates to a suspension arm to be mounted on a vehicle or the like, and a manufacturing method thereof.A suspension arm including a resin bracket, a vibration-proof bush press-fitted into ...

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Номер записи: 89

08-03-2018 дата публикации

SUSPENSION ARM FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20180065437A1

Автор: Kenmotsu Yohei, Ohta Yasutaka

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To provide a suspension arm (), in which a flange switching portion () where an outward flange () and a second inward flange () are switched with each other is provided between the second inward flange () extending at least between an inner wall () of a second vehicle-body attachment portion (A) and a concave wall portion (), and the outward flange () extending over the concave wall portion () of a third vertical wall () and a rear wall () of a first vehicle-body attachment portion (A), corresponding to a portion where a lower end of the concave wall portion () is suspended downward without folding the lower end of the concave wall portion (). 1. A suspension arm for a vehicle comprising:a wheel attachment portion to which wheels are attached; a second vehicle-body attachment portion provided at a position on a rear side in a front-rear direction of the vehicle body with respect to the first vehicle-body attachment portion;', 'a first vertical wall that extends to connect the wheel attachment portion and the first vehicle-body attachment portion with each other;', 'a second vertical wall that extends to connect the wheel attachment portion and the second vehicle-body attachment portion with each other;', 'a third vertical wall that extends to connect the first vehicle-body attachment portion and the second vehicle-body attachment portion with each other;', 'an upper wall that extends to connect an upper end of the first vertical wall, an upper end of the second vertical wall, and an upper end of the third vertical wall with each other;', 'an inner concave portion defined by the first vertical wall, the second vertical wall, the third vertical wall, and the upper wall, and opening downward in a vertical direction of the vehicle body;', 'a concave wall portion provided in such a manner that the third vertical wall is depressed toward the inner concave portion between the first vehicle-body attachment portion and the second vehicle-body attachment portion;', 'a first ...

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Номер записи: 90

08-03-2018 дата публикации

Off-Road Recreational Vehicle

Номер: US20180065465A1

Автор: Anderson Reid Dale, Baker Luke Adam, Brausen Thomas Robert, Deck Stephen Tyler, Gordon Robby, Kallock Cody Tove, Kruse Shane Dean, Lupelow Michael Jeffrey, Nygren Ross Leonard, Olason Kyle Douglas, Purcell Lucas Grant, Root Casey Leland, Swanson Aaron Lee, Ward Nicholas Keegan, Williams Chadwick Allen

Принадлежит: Arctic Cat Inc.

Embodiments relate to an off-road vehicle comprising a frame, including at least one cargo box support member, a suspension movably coupled to the frame, a passenger compartment, an engine, a transmission operatively coupled to the engine, and a cargo box. The cargo box includes a floor and a plurality of upwardly extending sidewalls, wherein at least a portion of the cargo box floor extends over the at least one cargo box support member and wherein the cargo box is removably coupled to the at least one cargo box support members and is removable from the off-road vehicle via the removal of fewer than eight fasteners. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, including at least one cargo box support member;a suspension movably coupled to the frame;a passenger compartment;an engine;a transmission operatively coupled to the engine; anda cargo box, the cargo box comprising a floor and a plurality of upwardly extending sidewalls, wherein at least a portion of the cargo box floor extends over the at least one cargo box support member and wherein the cargo box is removably coupled to the at least one cargo box support members and is removable from the off-road vehicle via the removal of fewer than eight fasteners.2. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, including at least one cargo box support member;a suspension movably coupled to the frame;a passenger compartment;an engine having an engine block;a transmission operatively coupled to the engine; andan engine cradle, the engine cradle having a first portion extending forwardly of the engine block and a second portion extending rearwardly of the engine block, wherein at least a portion of the engine cradle extends under the engine block. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/244,793, filed Aug. 23, 2016, which claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/208,805, filed Aug. 23, 2015, and which application is incorporated herein by reference. A claim of ...

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Номер записи: 91

11-03-2021 дата публикации

CAMBER ADJUSTING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210070363A1

Автор: Gordon Robby, Niemiec Mike

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An apparatus and a method are provided for a camber adjustment assembly, comprising: first and second end plates coupled to a substantially planar center portion, wherein the first and second end plates comprise a generally triangular configuration; a chassis element coupled to a trailing arm and the camber adjustment assembly, and wherein a force may be applied to the camber adjustment assembly so as to desirably induce a positive or negative camber condition. 1. A camber adjustment assembly , comprising:first and second end plates coupled to a substantially planar center portion, wherein the first and second end plates comprise a generally triangular configuration;a chassis element coupled to a trailing arm and the camber adjustment assembly, andwherein a force may be applied to the camber adjustment assembly so as to desirably induce a positive or negative camber condition.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the chassis element is coupled to the camber adjustment assembly using a single eye joint.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first and second end plates further comprise a plurality of holes at each corner claim 1 , wherein each hole is configured to receive a fastener.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the camber may be adjusted substantially 4.5″.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the camber may be adjusted to achieve a negative camber condition so as to preload an off-road vehicle's wheel/tire configuration in a substantially vertical orientation with respect to terrain.6. A wheel camber adjustment assembly configured to change a camber angle of the wheel claim 1 , comprising:a first end plate and a second end plate having generally identical triangular shapes and a hole disposed at each corner of the triangular shape;a planar center portion disposed between the first and second end plates, such that similar holes at the corners of the first and second end plates are aligned;a first corner of the triangular shape configured to be hingedly ...

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Номер записи: 92

17-03-2016 дата публикации

FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR

Номер: US20160074263A1

Автор: WU Donald P. H.

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A front suspension system for an electric wheelchair is disposed between the frame of the electric wheelchair and each of the front wheels, and has two ends pivoted to the front pivot shaft and a corresponding one of the front wheels, respectively. An elasticity resistance member is sleeved onto the front pivot shaft and has two ends connected to the front wheel retainer and the abutting member of the frame, respectively. When the front wheels encounters bumpy road and makes the front wheel retainer pivot, the elasticity resistance member will be compressed to produce a reaction force toward the front wheel retainer and the abutting member of the frame, respectively, so that the front wheel retainer is pressed down to keep pressing against the flat bearing surface, and the frame is also pressed downward to prevent tipping backward. 1. A front suspension system for an electric wheelchair being assembled onto a frame of the electric wheelchair , the electric wheelchair including a seat disposed on the frame , two front wheels and two rear wheels disposed at a front end and a rear end of the frame , respectively , an assembly frame connected to each of two sides the frame between the front and rear ends of the frame via a pivot , a drive unit being fixed to each of the assembling frames and located at one side of the corresponding pivot , and a drive wheel coupled to each of the drive units , each of the front wheels being connected to the frame via a front suspension system , the front suspension system comprising a front pivot shaft with one end fixed to the frame , and a front wheel retainer with one end pivoted to another end of the front pivot shaft , the front wheel retainer having another end fixed to a corresponding one of the front wheels , the front suspension system being characterized in that:an abutting member is on the frame;a surface of the front wheel retainer faces toward the frame and is formed with a driving portion;an elasticity resistance member is ...

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Номер записи: 93

17-03-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR OBTAINING AN ARM FOR MULTI-LINK SUSPENSIONS OF AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES AND A SUSPENSION ARM

Номер: US20160075201A1

Автор: MOSTEIRO GOYOAGA José Ramón

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The present invention relates to a method for obtaining an arm for multi-link suspensions of automotive vehicles and a suspension arm, where the method comprises: 1. A method for obtaining an arm for multi-link suspensions of automotive vehicles , comprising:{'b': 1', '1', '2', '3, 'a) extruding a hollow profile the cross-section of which has a closed outer contour formed by side walls (, ′) and comprising at least one inner partition () internally splitting the profile into at least two inner cavities (),'}{'b': '4', 'b) transversely cutting the extruded profile into sections corresponding with the length of the arm to be obtained, according to a longitudinal axis () of the arm,'}{'b': 5', '1', '2', '2, 'c) in a central section () of the arm, machining at least one side wall () having no inner partition () extending therefrom without the machining ever reaching said at least one inner partition (), and'}{'b': 1', '2', '6', '7', '5, 'd) in the side walls (′) having said at least one inner partition () extending therefrom, making at least one end opening () in each end area () of the arm, between which the central section () is arranged.'}2846. The method according to claim 1 , which comprises claim 1 , after any step beginning from step b) claim 1 , machining at least one of the terminal cross-sections () of the arm located in planes perpendicular to the longitudinal axis () of the arm claim 1 , without reaching the corresponding end opening ().3. The method according to claim 1 , which comprises claim 1 , after any step beginning from step b) claim 1 , forming the profile.4412. The method according to claim 1 , which comprises claim 1 , after any step beginning from step b) claim 1 , bending the longitudinal axis () of the arm with respect to side wall () having no inner partition () extending therefrom.596. The method according to claim 1 , which comprises claim 1 , after step d) claim 1 , assembling a connecting element () in each end opening ().611234512212675. ...

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Номер записи: 94

05-06-2014 дата публикации

Vehicle Suspension Transverse Link

Номер: US20140151974A1

Автор: Kueppers Theo, Meier Christoph

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A vehicle suspension transverse link, including a bearing journal assembly having a pin-shaped portion and an anchor portion that attaches to a connecting point on the link. The anchor portion has an unrounded configuration. 1. A transverse link for a vehicle , comprising:a connecting leg configured to connect the link to a vehicle body;a wheel leg attached to the connecting leg and configured to connect the link to a wheel carrier; anda bearing journal having a flattened anchoring portion secured to the connecting leg.2. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the anchoring portion is formed in a trapezoidal or triangular configuration.3. The transverse link of claim 2 , wherein the connecting leg includes a connecting point hollowed so as to at least partially surround the anchoring portion of the bearing journal.4. The transverse link of claim 3 , wherein the connecting leg includes a recess formed at the connecting point.5. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the connecting leg includes a connecting point hollowed so as to at least partially surround the anchoring portion of the bearing journal.6. The transverse link of claim 1 , wherein the connecting leg includes a recess.7. A vehicle suspension transverse link claim 1 , made by:providing a connecting leg configured to connect the link to a vehicle body;providing a wheel leg attached to the connecting leg and configured to connect the link to a wheel carrier;flattening an anchor portion of a bearing journal; andwelding the anchoring portion of the bearing journal to the connecting leg.8. The transverse link of claim 7 , further comprising:forming the anchoring portion in a triangular or trapezoidal configuration.9. The transverse link of claim 8 , further comprising:forming the connecting leg and wheel leg from a single piece of sheet metal.10. The transverse link of claim 9 , further comprising:forming a recess at a connecting point between the bearing journal and connecting leg.11. The transverse link ...

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Номер записи: 95

18-03-2021 дата публикации

Spindle Nut Cap

Номер: US20210078364A1

Автор: Carrison Markus Cloyd, Lievore Samuel Neil

Принадлежит: Dexter Axle Company

A cap is provided for covering the threaded end of a removable spindle, having a cover with thread engaging tabs extending from a reservoir basin. The tabs include surface projections for retaining the cap to the spindle threads. The tabs are formed to fit within available slots of a slotted hex nut connected to the spindle. The cap includes a separately formed skirt or guard to make flexible surface contact with the torsion arm or spindle supporting structure. The skirt can include a sacrificial anode region to provide cathodic protection for the spindle threads and spindle retention nut. The skirt is removable from the cap so that the cap can be reused with a new skirt. The cap is formed to be used with existing spindle assemblies and to be reusable. 1. A cap for use with a removable spindle secured to a swing arm by a castellated nut , said castellated nut having slots to receive a cotter pin , said removable cap restricting access of fluid to a threaded end region of said removable spindle and said nut when said removable spindle is affixed to a swing arm , said cap comprising:a single piece cover having an end wall portion extending to a perimeter wall portion, said end wall portion having a spindle retainer portion formed to receive and retain said threaded end of said spindle, said spindle retainer portion having tabs extending in a direction parallel to said perimeter wall portion, said tabs for being located within said slots of said castellated nut, said tabs having protrusions for mating with said threaded end of said removable spindle;a resilient skirt sealably retained to said cover, said resilient skirt formed for biased contact with an outer surface of said swing arm to seal said threaded end of said spindle;when said cap is retained by said spindle and said skirt is in biased contact with said surface of said swing arm, said cap and said spindle form an enclosed volume sealed from an outside environment; andsaid cap is constrainable from rotation ...

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Номер записи: 96

18-03-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COMPONENT, AND COMPONENT

Номер: US20210078375A1

Автор: BÜRGMANN Manfred, Heimann Jens, HÕRTDÕRFER Valentin, MÜLLER Ingolf, SOHL Carsten, STIEGLITZ Andre

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A method for producing a component by a 3D winding method, a filament or a plurality of parallel filaments having a fiber-reinforced plastic composite material is or are laid down on a core in a combination of a plurality of different winding patterns. Every filament is preimpregnated. Every winding pattern influences at least one mechanical characteristic of the component. The mechanical characteristics of the component are selectively adjusted by the sequence, repetition, mixing, and material selection of the individual winding patterns. 115.-. (canceled)16. A method for producing a component by a 3D winding method , wherein the component has at least two arms , a bushing in each arm , and a torsion region connected to the at least two arms , comprising:laying down a filament or a plurality of parallel filaments comprising a fiber-reinforced plastic composite material on a core in a combination of a plurality of different winding patterns, wherein every filament is preimpregnated and wherein every winding pattern influences at least one mechanical characteristic of the component;selectively adjusting mechanical characteristics of the component by a repetition and a material selection of respective ones of the plurality of different winding patterns; andselectively adjusting mechanical characteristics of the component by a predetermined sequence and mixing of the plurality of different winding patterns,wherein two or more different winding patterns succeed one another to ensure a load transfer of a sub-portion of the component to another sub-portion of the component.17. The method according to claim 16 , wherein in a first winding pattern the filament is guided substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of one of the arms.18. The method according to claim 17 ,wherein in a second winding pattern the filament is guided substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of a first one of the arms, substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of a second one of the arms ...

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Номер записи: 97

18-03-2021 дата публикации

Covering part for a chassis element of a motor vehicle

Номер: US20210078652A1

Автор: Bastian Bösl

Принадлежит: Audi AG

A covering element for a chassis element of a motor vehicle, comprising a covering surface, which covers at least a part of the chassis element, and a first fastening section, which extends from the surface of the covering element to the chassis element and has receptacles for fasteners. The disclosure includes a covering element has an opening that enables access to a first fastening section.

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Номер записи: 98

14-03-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE AND SUSPENSION ARM

Номер: US20190077207A1

Автор: ISHIKAWA Yasushi, KANAMARU Daisuke, Kawamoto Atsushi, Kido Hiroto, KIMURA Hiroki, SANO Susumu, UCHIBA Yuuki

Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A fragile portion is provided at a portion of a suspension arm which is positioned near a vehicle-body attachment portion. The fragile portion is configured such that when a load which is greater than a specified magnitude is inputted to a front wheel from a vehicle forward side, the suspension arm is bent at the fragile portion, whereby the front wheel is rotated rearwardly around the fragile portion. 1. A vehicle comprising:a cabin;a front wheel supported at a side portion of the vehicle which is positioned in front of the cabin;a suspension arm provided with a front-wheel support portion supporting the front wheel of the vehicle at one end thereof and a vehicle-body attachment portion attached to a vehicle-body member of the vehicle at the other end thereof, the vehicle-body attachment portion being positioned on an inward side, in a vehicle width direction, of the front-wheel support portion; anda fragile portion provided at a portion of the suspension arm which is positioned near the vehicle-body attachment portion,wherein said fragile portion is configured such that when a load which is greater than a specified magnitude is inputted to said front wheel from a vehicle forward side, said suspension arm is bent at said fragile portion, whereby the front wheel is rotated rearwardly around the fragile portion of the suspension arm.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein a curve portion is provided at a middle portion claim 1 , in a longitudinal direction claim 1 , of said suspension arm claim 1 , the curve portion being configured such that the suspension arm curves rearwardly from said front-wheel support portion toward said vehicle-body attachment portion claim 1 , and said fragile portion is positioned on a side of the vehicle-body attachment portion relative to a maximum curvature portion of the curve portion where curvature of the curve portion is the maximum.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein a reinforcing member is provided at a portion of said suspension arm ...

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Номер записи: 99

31-03-2022 дата публикации

TOWED OR SEMI-MOUNTED AGRICULTURAL MACHINE HAVING AN ADJUSTABLE AXLE DEVICE

Номер: US20220095523A1

Автор: Halter Cedric

Принадлежит: KUHN SAS

A towed or semi-mounted agricultural machine having a chassis on which an axle device connecting two wheels to the chassis is mounted, this axle device being provided with at least one movable part and one fixed part in such a way that the spacing between the wheels can be modified, at least one of the wheels being integral with a movable part that is connected slidingly along a longitudinal axis to the fixed part, which is integral with the chassis. Each movable part is additionally connected mechanically to the chassis by a respective articulated link, which is articulated on the one hand with the movable part by a first articulation and on the other hand with the chassis by a second articulation. 1. A towed or semi-mounted agricultural machine having a chassis on which an axle device connecting two wheels to said chassis is mounted , said axle device being provided with at least one movable part and one fixed part in such a way that the spacing between the wheels can be modified , at least one of the wheels being integral with a movable part that is connected slidingly along a longitudinal axis to the fixed part , which is integral with the chassis , the machine wherein each movable part is additionally connected mechanically to the chassis by a respective link , which is articulated on the one hand with the movable part by a first articulation and on the other hand with the chassis by a second articulation.2. The agricultural machine according to claim 1 , comprising at least one spacing actuator configured to make the or each movable part slide relative to the fixed part along the corresponding longitudinal axis.3. The agricultural machine according to claim 1 , characterized in that the or wherein each link comprises an element for the transmission of stresses between its first and second articulations claim 1 , for example a rigid connecting rod or a jack.4. The agricultural machine according to claim 1 , wherein each first articulation and the or each second ...

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Номер записи: 100