A sensor mounting arrangement for a drum brake assembly of a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a sensor assembly mounted on a cam tube of the drum brake assembly. The cam tube is formed with an opening. The sensor assembly includes a detector that is at least partially disposed in or adjacent to the opening of the cam tube and a target that is disposed about an outer surface of a camshaft of the drum brake assembly.
F16D 66/00 - Dispositions pour la surveillance des conditions de fonctionnement des freins, p. ex. de l'usure ou de la température
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
F16D 125/30 - CamesLeviers à cames agissant sur plusieurs suiveurs de came, p. ex. came en forme de S
A steering centering/damping mechanism (3) for a steerable axle/suspension system of a heavy-duty vehicle, the steering centering/damping mechanism (3) comprising a mechanically-operated structure including a torsion spring (5). The mechanically-operated structure interconnects a tie rod (11) and a steering knuckle (1) of the steerable axle/suspension system (3) and provides increasing positive steering centering force with increasing steer angle of the steerable axle/suspension system (3).
B62D 7/16 - Disposition relative des articulations de la timonerie
B62D 7/22 - Dispositions pour réduire ou éliminer les réactions, p. ex. les vibrations, dans les parties constitutives du système de direction, p. ex. dans les roues
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STEERING CENTERING/DAMPING MECHANISM FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES
A steering centering/damping mechanism for a steerable axle/suspension system of a heavy-duty vehicle, the steering centering/damping mechanism comprising a mechanically-operated structure including a torsion spring. The mechanically-operated structure interconnects a tie rod and a steering knuckle of the steerable axle/suspension system and provides increasing positive steering centering force with increasing steer angle of the steerable axle/suspension system.
B62D 7/22 - Dispositions pour réduire ou éliminer les réactions, p. ex. les vibrations, dans les parties constitutives du système de direction, p. ex. dans les roues
A mechanical fluid pressure regulator comprising a regulator portion for housing components of a valve assembly, a pilot port for receiving a control pressure, an exhaust port, and first and second structures disposed within the regulator. The regulator portion has a supply port for receiving a supply pressure and a delivery port for providing a delivery pressure, the delivery port being in selective fluid communication with the supply port. The at least one exhaust port is in selective fluid communication between the delivery port and the external environment. The first structure is adjustable for establishing a maximum threshold pressure without regard to the control pressure. The second structure affects the response of the regulator portion to the supply and delivery pressures. The control pressure cooperates with the first and second structures to proportionally reduce the delivery pressure from the maximum threshold pressure established by the first structure.
B60C 29/06 - Accessoires pour valves de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. corps de valve, protecteurs, chapeaux pour capuchons de valve, dispositifs de retenue, non prévus ailleurs
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
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REGULATOR FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE TIRE INFLATION SYSTEMS
A mechanical fluid pressure regulator comprising: a regulator portion for housing a valve assembly, and a manual adjustment portion. The regulator portion having a supply port for receiving a supply pressure and a delivery port for providing a delivery pressure; the delivery port being in selective fluid communication with the supply port. The adjustment portion having a structure at least partially disposed therein. The structure is adjustable for establishing the delivery pressure at a set target and comprises a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism generating prevailing torque to prevent unintentional adjustment of the structure.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
F16K 31/12 - Moyens de fonctionnementDispositifs de retour à la position de repos actionnés par un fluide
F16B 39/28 - Blocage des vis, boulons ou écrous dans lequel le verrouillage se fait en même temps que le vissage ou le serrage par organes particuliers portés par l'écrou ou le boulon ou par la forme particulière de ceux-ci
F16K 35/04 - Dispositions empêchant la mise en action accidentelle ou non autorisée offrant une résistance lâche à la commande
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BUSHING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
A bushing for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems and method of making the same. The bushing includes a body formed of an elastomeric material. The body is formed with a central opening that enables a suspension assembly incorporating the bushing to be pivotally connected to the heavy-duty vehicle. The body of the bushing is formed with at least one void that extends partially circumferentially about an inboard or an outboard side of the body and is asymmetrical relative to a vertical plane and a horizontal plane extending through a central pivotal axis extending through the central opening when the bushing is installed in a beam of the suspension assembly.
F16C 33/20 - Surface de glissement principalement constituée de matériaux plastiques
B29C 45/14 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par injection autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
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BUSHING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME
A bushing for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems and method of making the same. The bushing includes a body formed of an elastomeric material. The body is formed with a central opening that enables a suspension assembly incorporating the bushing to be pivotally connected to the heavy-duty vehicle. The body of the bushing is formed with at least one void that extends partially circumferentially about an inboard or an outboard side of the body and is asymmetrical relative to a vertical plane and a horizontal plane extending through a central pivotal axis extending through the central opening when the bushing is installed in a beam of the suspension assembly. The method includes the step of providing a mold, said mold including a cavity into which a previously uncured elastomeric material can be injected, said mold including a plurality of sprues formed in the mold for injecting said previously uncured elastomeric material into said cavity, said plurality of sprues being arranged into at least two circumferential arrays that are concentrically spaced about the mold.
F16F 1/387 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée avec manchon de matériau élastique entre un manchon extérieur rigide et un étui intérieur rigide ou une broche comprenant des moyens pour modifier la rigidité dans certaines directions
F16F 1/38 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée avec manchon de matériau élastique entre un manchon extérieur rigide et un étui intérieur rigide ou une broche
B29C 45/00 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet
B29C 45/14 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par injection autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
A mechanical fluid pressure regulator comprising: a regulator portion for housing a valve assembly, and a manual adjustment portion. The regulator portion having a supply port for receiving a supply pressure and a delivery port for providing a delivery pressure; the delivery port being in selective fluid communication with the supply port. The adjustment portion having a structure at least partially disposed therein. The structure is adjustable for establishing the delivery pressure at a set target and comprises a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism generating prevailing torque to prevent unintentional adjustment of the structure.
G05D 16/10 - Commande de la pression d'un fluide sans source d'énergie auxiliaire l'élément sensible étant un piston ou un plongeur
B60C 29/00 - Aménagement des valves de gonflage sur les pneumatiques ou les jantes eux-mêmesAccessoires pour valves de gonflage des pneumatiques, non prévus ailleurs
A mechanical fluid pressure regulator comprising a regulator portion for housing components of a valve assembly, a pilot port for receiving a control pressure, an exhaust port, and first and second structures disposed within the regulator. The regulator portion has a supply port for receiving a supply pressure and a delivery port for providing a delivery pressure, the delivery port being in selective fluid communication with the supply port. The at least one exhaust port is in selective fluid communication between the delivery port and the external environment. The first structure is adjustable for establishing a maximum threshold pressure without regard to the control pressure. The second structure affects the response of the regulator portion to the supply and delivery pressures. The control pressure cooperates with the first and second structures to proportionally reduce the delivery pressure from the maximum threshold pressure established by the first structure.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
F16K 31/126 - Moyens de fonctionnementDispositifs de retour à la position de repos actionnés par un fluide le fluide agissant sur un diaphragme, un soufflet ou un organe similaire
G05D 16/18 - Commande de la pression d'un fluide avec source d'énergie auxiliaire non électrique dérivée d'une source extérieure
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Control apparatus for lift axle/suspension systems of heavy-duty vehicles
A control apparatus for heavy-duty vehicle lift axle/suspension systems, the control apparatus comprising a source of fluid pressure, a primary controller, and a secondary controller. The primary controller is located remote from the lift axle/suspension system. The secondary controller is located proximate to the lift axle/suspension system and the source of fluid pressure and is in fluid communication with the primary controller, the source of fluid pressure, and at least one lift bag and at least one air spring of the lift axle/suspension system. The secondary controller includes a pilot-operated poppet assembly and a discrete or integrated relay valve assembly wherein the primary controller transmits at least a pneumatic pilot signal to the secondary controller in order to selectively inflate and deflate the at least one air spring and the at least one lift bag to selectively control and maintain the extension and retraction of the lift axle/suspension system.
B60G 17/052 - Caractéristiques des ressorts pneumatiques
B60G 9/02 - Suspensions élastiques d’un essieu rigide ou d’un carter d’essieux pour plusieurs roues l'essieu ou le carter étant montés à pivot sur le véhicule
B60G 15/12 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type de combinaison de ressorts et d'amortisseurs de vibrations, p. ex. du type télescopique ayant un ressort à fluide et un amortisseur à fluide
B60G 17/00 - Suspensions élastiques permettant d'ajuster les caractéristiques des ressorts ou des amortisseurs de vibrations, de réguler la distance entre la surface porteuse et la partie suspendue du véhicule ou de bloquer la suspension pendant l'utilisation pour s'adapter aux conditions variables du véhicule ou du terrain, p. ex. en fonction de la vitesse ou de la charge
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CONTROL APPARATUS FOR LIFT AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS OF HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES
A control apparatus for heavy-duty vehicle lift axle/suspension systems, the control apparatus comprising a source of fluid pressure, a primary controller, and a secondary controller. The primary controller is located remote from the lift axle/suspension system. The secondary controller is located proximate to the lift axle/suspension system and the source of fluid pressure and is in fluid communication with the primary controller, the source of fluid pressure, and at least one lift bag and at least one air spring of the lift axle/suspension system. The secondary controller includes a pilot-operated poppet assembly and a discrete or integrated relay valve assembly wherein the primary controller transmits at least a pneumatic pilot signal to the secondary controller in order to selectively inflate and deflate the at least one air spring and the at least one lift bag to selectively control and maintain the extension and retraction of the lift axle/suspension system.
G01G 19/12 - Appareils ou méthodes de pesée adaptés à des fins particulières non prévues dans les groupes pour incorporation dans des véhicules ayant des dispositifs électriques sensibles au poids
A load scaling transducer for use In combination with a vehicle component includes a fixture having first and second enlarged ends configured to be secured to the vehicle component. A bridge section extends from the first enlarged end to the second enlarged end, with the thickness of the bridge section being less than the thickness of the first and second enlarged ends. A first sensor is secured to an inboard surface of the bridge section of the fixture and a second sensor is secured to an outboard surface of the bridge section of the fixture. Identical load scaling transducers may be secured in alignment with each other to inboard and outboard surfaces of the vehicle component to measure vertical load carried by the component while canceling out influence from other loading modes that are not meant to be measured.
G01G 19/12 - Appareils ou méthodes de pesée adaptés à des fins particulières non prévues dans les groupes pour incorporation dans des véhicules ayant des dispositifs électriques sensibles au poids
An axle for a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a central tube, a pair of spindles, and a bulkhead. Each spindle of the pair of spindles is disposed at a respective axial end of the central tube. The bulkhead is disposed at least partially within an opening formed into the central tube and attached to the axle, providing support and connection for conduits passing from outside of the axle into the central tube while preventing ingress of water, contaminants, and debris into the central tube.
B60B 35/02 - Essieux fixes, c.-à-d. ne transmettant pas le couple
B60B 35/16 - Essieux transmettant le couple caractérisés par les carters pour les éléments transmettant le couple, p. ex. pour les arbres
B60R 16/00 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs
An axle for a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a central tube, a pair of spindles, and a bulkhead. Each spindle of the pair of spindles is disposed at a respective axial end of the central tube. The bulkhead is disposed at least partially within an opening formed into the central tube and attached to the axle, providing support and connection for conduits passing from outside of the axle into the central tube while preventing ingress of water, contaminants, and debris into the central tube.
A slack adjuster assembly for use with a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, a cam tube assembly, and an interlock assembly. The interlock assembly is disposed on an outboard side of the slack adjuster and interconnects the cam tube assembly with the slack adjuster. A component of the interlock assembly and a component of the cam tube assembly cooperate to form a rotation reference mechanism for indexing of an automatic adjustment mechanism of the slack adjuster. The slack adjuster assembly further comprising an inboard sealing assembly and an outboard sealing assembly engaging respective inboard and outboard sides of the slack adjuster to form respective 360-degree interfaces. The cam tube assembly, interlock assembly, and inboard and outboard sealing assemblies forming a continuous grease pathway between the cam tube assembly and the slack adjuster.
B60T 1/06 - Aménagements des éléments de freinage, c.-à-d. des parties de ceux-ci dans lesquelles se produit l'effet de freinage en agissant par retardement des roues par action autre que sur la bande de roulement, p. ex. par action sur une jante, un tambour, un disque ou sur la transmission
F16D 65/52 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif
F16D 65/54 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif par réglage linéaire direct
F16D 65/60 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif pour réglage angulaire de deux parties concentriques du système de commande de frein
An independent wheel suspension includes an upper suspension member, a lower arm, an upper arm, an elongated plate and a first wheel motor linkage arm. The upper suspension member includes an upper end and a first arm. The first arm is secured to the elongated plate. The lower arm and the upper arm extend longitudinally. A first end of the lower is positioned between and pivotally attached to the first arm and the elongated plate. A first end of the upper arm is positioned between and is pivotally attached to the first arm and the elongated plate above the lower arm. The first wheel motor linkage arm which accommodates a motor wheel mount secured or securable to a wheel motor is pivotally attached at a first end to the lower arm and at a second end to the second end of the upper arm.
A clamp group mounting of a leaf spring to a round axle including alignment features is disclosed, which includes a round axle, a leaf spring and a clamp group connecting the leaf spring to a laterally extending axle. A locator ring is welded to an upper arcuate surface of the axle and is received in a recess in a spring seat. The clamp group includes the spring seat, a top pad and a plurality of fasteners that connect the top pad, leaf spring, and spring seat to the axle. The leaf spring extends longitudinally and at least forward or rearward relative to the axle, and includes a bore that receives a locator element that extends at least upward or downward from the leaf spring.
An axle-to-beam connection for an axle/suspension system of a heavy-duty vehicle that includes an axle, a beam with an alignment assembly, and an axle mount assembly. The alignment assembly is integrally formed with or is rigidly attached to the beam. The axle mount assembly intimately contacts and captures the axle. The axle is rigidly secured to the axle mount assembly without line welds. The axle mount assembly is removably connected to the alignment assembly to secure the axle to the beam.
An axle-to-beam connection for an axle/suspension system of a heavy-duty vehicle that includes an axle (217), a beam (212) with an alignment assembly (250), and an axle mount assembly (270). The alignment assembly (250) is integrally formed with or is rigidly attached to the beam (212). The axle mount assembly (270) intimately contacts and captures the axle (217). The axle (217) is rigidly secured to the axle mount assembly (270) without line welds. The axle mount assembly (270) is removably connected to the alignment assembly (250) to secure the axle to the beam (212).
F16D 55/2265 - Freins à surfaces de freinage substantiellement radiales pressées l'une contre l'autre dans une direction axiale, p. ex. freins à disques avec disques ou patins déplaçables selon l'axe pressés contre des organes en rotation situés dans l'axe par serrage entre des organes mobiles de freinage, p. ex. des disques ou des patins de freins mobiles avec un organe d'actionnement commun pour les organes de freinage les organes de freinage étant des patins de freins dans lesquels l'organe d'actionnement commun se déplace axialement le mouvement axial étant guidé par une ou par plusieurs tiges
F16D 55/227 - Freins à surfaces de freinage substantiellement radiales pressées l'une contre l'autre dans une direction axiale, p. ex. freins à disques avec disques ou patins déplaçables selon l'axe pressés contre des organes en rotation situés dans l'axe par serrage entre des organes mobiles de freinage, p. ex. des disques ou des patins de freins mobiles avec un organe d'actionnement commun pour les organes de freinage les organes de freinage étant des patins de freins dans lesquels l'organe d'actionnement commun se déplace axialement le mouvement axial étant guidé par une ou par plusieurs tiges par deux tiges
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SHEAR-TO-TORQUE GUIDE PIN ASSEMBLY FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES
A guide pin assembly (80) for use with heavy-duty vehicle disc brake systems, the guide pin assembly (80) comprising a hollow guide pin (82), a fastener (92), a separate torque-separable shear adaptor (94). The guide pin (82) mounts a component of the disc brake system. The fastener (92) is at least partially disposed through the guide pin (82) and engages another component of the disc brake system to attach the guide pin (82) to the other component. The shear adaptor (94) is at least partially disposed within the guide pin (82) and is removably attached to the fastener (92).
F16D 55/2265 - Freins à surfaces de freinage substantiellement radiales pressées l'une contre l'autre dans une direction axiale, p. ex. freins à disques avec disques ou patins déplaçables selon l'axe pressés contre des organes en rotation situés dans l'axe par serrage entre des organes mobiles de freinage, p. ex. des disques ou des patins de freins mobiles avec un organe d'actionnement commun pour les organes de freinage les organes de freinage étant des patins de freins dans lesquels l'organe d'actionnement commun se déplace axialement le mouvement axial étant guidé par une ou par plusieurs tiges
F16D 55/227 - Freins à surfaces de freinage substantiellement radiales pressées l'une contre l'autre dans une direction axiale, p. ex. freins à disques avec disques ou patins déplaçables selon l'axe pressés contre des organes en rotation situés dans l'axe par serrage entre des organes mobiles de freinage, p. ex. des disques ou des patins de freins mobiles avec un organe d'actionnement commun pour les organes de freinage les organes de freinage étant des patins de freins dans lesquels l'organe d'actionnement commun se déplace axialement le mouvement axial étant guidé par une ou par plusieurs tiges par deux tiges
28.
SEMI-PERMANENT SHIM FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE DISC BRAKE SYSTEMS
A shim (30) for use with a component (10) of a heavy-duty vehicle disc brake system, said shim (30) comprising a pair of legs (32, 34), a transition (36), and at least one tab (54). The pair of legs (32, 34) disposed upon and in contact with the component (10) of the heavy- duty vehicle disc brake system. The transition (36) extends between and is integrally formed with the pair of legs (32, 34). The tab (54) is connected to and extends away from the plane of one of the pair of legs (32, 34). The tab (54) also engages and is semi-permanently attached to the component (10).
A guide pin assembly for use with heavy-duty vehicle disc brake systems, the guide pin assembly comprising a hollow guide pin, a fastener, a separate torque-separable shear adaptor. The guide pin mounts a component of the disc brake system. The fastener is at least partially disposed through the guide pin and engages another component of the disc brake system to attach the guide pin to the other component. The shear adaptor is at least partially disposed within the guide pin and is removably attached to the fastener.
B60T 17/00 - Éléments, parties constitutives ou accessoires des systèmes de freins non couverts par les groupes , ou , ou présentant d'autres caractéristiques intéressantes
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SEMI-PERMANENT SHIM FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE DISC BRAKE SYSTEMS
A shim for use with a component of a heavy-duty vehicle disc brake system, said shim comprising a pair of legs, a transition, and at least one tab. The pair of legs disposed upon and in contact with the component of the heavy-duty vehicle disc brake system. The transition extends between and is integrally formed with the pair of legs. The tab is connected to and extends away from the plane of one of the pair of legs. The tab also engages and is semi-permanently attached to the component.
A lift axle suspension system incorporating a lift paddle is disclosed. The lift paddle comprising a first pad, a second pad and a rigid support arm securing the first pad and the second pad in fixed relation to one another. The first pad is attached to a lift spring, the second pad is secured to the bottom surface of the main support member/leaf spring. Actuation of the lift spring causes the axle to be lifted out of contact with the ground surface.
B60G 11/46 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts de différents types comprenant des ressorts à lames et aussi des ressorts à fluide
An under beam lift assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle that is removably connectable with an axle/suspension system of the heavy-duty vehicle. The under beam lift assembly includes structure that enables the lift assembly to pivot in an axis different than an axis of a pivotal connection between a suspension assembly and a hanger of the axle/suspension system. The under beam lift assembly is free of contact with the pivotal connection between the suspension assembly and the hanger of the axle/suspension system.
B60G 17/015 - Suspensions élastiques permettant d'ajuster les caractéristiques des ressorts ou des amortisseurs de vibrations, de réguler la distance entre la surface porteuse et la partie suspendue du véhicule ou de bloquer la suspension pendant l'utilisation pour s'adapter aux conditions variables du véhicule ou du terrain, p. ex. en fonction de la vitesse ou de la charge les moyens de régulation comportant des éléments électriques ou électroniques
B60G 9/02 - Suspensions élastiques d’un essieu rigide ou d’un carter d’essieux pour plusieurs roues l'essieu ou le carter étant montés à pivot sur le véhicule
An under beam lift assembly (350) for a heavy-duty vehicle that is removably connectable with an axle/suspension system (210) of the heavy-duty vehicle. The under beam lift assembly (350) includes structure that enables the lift assembly to pivot in an axis different than an axis of a pivotal connection between a suspension assembly and a hanger of the axle/suspension system. The under beam lift assembly is free of contact with the pivotal connection between the suspension assembly and the hanger of the axle/suspension system.
A vehicle suspension system includes a wishbone-shaped linkage having a base, with two limbs extending from the base. Each limb is configured to support a laterally and longitudinally oriented bushing assembly, which may include a bushing assembly received by a laterally and longitudinally oriented mounting tube associated with a free end of the limb. The base includes upper and lower plates wrapping only partially around a laterally extending cross tube. A modular bushing assembly including a pair of bushing lobes and a bar pin is partially received within the cross tube, with the bushing lobes being adjustably positioned on the bar pin to allow for adjustment of the conical rate of the bushing assembly. A mounting assembly includes a pair of mount blocks secured to a vehicle axle, with the bar pin being secured with respect to the axle via the mount blocks, thereby associating the linkage to the axle.
B60K 1/04 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques des dispositifs d'emmagasinage de l'énergie électrique pour la propulsion
B62D 21/11 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée avec des moyens élastiques pour la suspension
H01M 50/249 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports spécialement adaptés aux aéronefs ou aux véhicules, p. ex. aux automobiles ou aux trains
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HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE SUBFRAME WITH BATTERY STORAGE STRUCTURE
A subframe for heavy-duty vehicles, the subframe comprising a pair of elongated, longitudinal main members; at least one pair of hangers; and a battery storage structure integrated into the subframe. Each hanger of the at least one pair of hangers is attached to a respective one of the main members.
B60K 1/04 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques des dispositifs d'emmagasinage de l'énergie électrique pour la propulsion
B62D 21/11 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée avec des moyens élastiques pour la suspension
H01M 50/249 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports spécialement adaptés aux aéronefs ou aux véhicules, p. ex. aux automobiles ou aux trains
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et services
land vehicle components, namely, axles having corrosion protection properties for heavy-duty vehicles; land vehicle components, namely, suspension system components having corrosion protection properties for heavy-duty vehicles in the nature of suspension beam assemblies, air spring mounting plates, frame brackets, subframes, channels, gussets, steering assemblies, wheel end assemblies, cam brackets, axle stops, U-beam assemblies, and axle spring seats
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Heavy-duty vehicle subframe with battery storage structure
A subframe for heavy-duty vehicles, the subframe comprising a pair of elongated, longitudinal main members; at least one pair of hangers; and a battery storage structure integrated into the subframe. Each hanger of the at least one pair of hangers is attached to a respective one of the main members.
B62D 21/02 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comprenant des éléments d'armature disposés longitudinalement ou transversalement
B62D 21/11 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée avec des moyens élastiques pour la suspension
A slack adjuster assembly for use with a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, a cam tube assembly, and an inboard sealing assembly and an outboard sealing assembly. The outboard sealing assembly includes a tubular sealing ring having an L-shaped projection extending radially-inward. The inboard sealing assembly engages an inboard side of the slack adjuster to form a 360-degree interface, and the outboard sealing assembly engages an outboard side of the slack adjuster to form another 360-degree interface. The L-shaped projection limits grease being purged from the cam tube assembly.
A slack adjuster assembly (100) for use in a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster (102), an inboard sealing assembly (110), and a sensor arrangement (150). The slack adjuster is mounted on an inboard end (84) of a camshaft (86) of the drum brake system. The inboard sealing assembly sealingly engages with an inboard side of the slack adjuster. The sensor arrangement measures rotation of the camshaft and is at least partially disposed within the inboard sealing assembly to protect the sensor arrangement from impact damage, water, chemicals, and debris.
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
A slack adjuster assembly (100) for use in a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster (102), an inboard sealing assembly (110), and a sensor arrangement (150). The slack adjuster is mounted on an inboard end (84) of a camshaft (86) of the drum brake system. The inboard sealing assembly sealingly engages with an inboard side of the slack adjuster. The sensor arrangement measures rotation of the camshaft and is at least partially disposed within the inboard sealing assembly to protect the sensor arrangement from impact damage, water, chemicals, and debris.
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
A slack adjuster assembly for use in a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, an inboard sealing assembly, and a sensor arrangement. The slack adjuster is mounted on an inboard end of a camshaft of the drum brake system. The inboard sealing assembly sealingly engages with an inboard side of the slack adjuster. The sensor arrangement measures rotation of the camshaft and is at least partially disposed within the inboard sealing assembly to protect the sensor arrangement from impact damage, water, chemicals, and debris.
F16D 65/54 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif par réglage linéaire direct
A slack adjuster assembly (280) for heavy-duty vehicles, the slack adjuster assembly (280) comprising a slack adjuster (282) and an inboard sealing assembly (380). The slack adjuster (282) is disposed about and has an internal spline (302) for receiving an external spline (288) of an inboard end (284) of a camshaft (286) of a camshaft assembly of the heavy-duty vehicle. The internal spline (302) has a radial clearance (R) from the external spline (288). The inboard sealing assembly (380) includes mechanical components that cooperate with the radial clearance (R) to increase grease flow and distribution. The inboard sealing assembly (380) is disposed over the inboard end (284) of the camshaft (286) and engages an inboard side of the slack adjuster (282) to form a 360-degree seal about the inboard side.
A slack adjuster assembly (280) for heavy-duty vehicles, the slack adjuster assembly (280) comprising a slack adjuster (282) and an inboard sealing assembly (380). The slack adjuster (282) is disposed about and has an internal spline (302) for receiving an external spline (288) of an inboard end (284) of a camshaft (286) of a camshaft assembly of the heavy-duty vehicle. The internal spline (302) has a radial clearance (R) from the external spline (288). The inboard sealing assembly (380) includes mechanical components that cooperate with the radial clearance (R) to increase grease flow and distribution. The inboard sealing assembly (380) is disposed over the inboard end (284) of the camshaft (286) and engages an inboard side of the slack adjuster (282) to form a 360-degree seal about the inboard side.
A slack adjuster assembly for heavy-duty vehicles, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster and an inboard sealing assembly. The slack adjuster is disposed about and has an internal spline for receiving an external spline of an inboard end of a camshaft of a camshaft assembly of the heavy-duty vehicle. The internal spline has a radial clearance from the external spline. The inboard sealing assembly includes mechanical components that cooperate with the radial clearance to increase grease flow and distribution. The inboard sealing assembly is disposed over the inboard end of the camshaft and engages an inboard side of the slack adjuster to form a 360-degree seal about the inboard side.
F16D 65/54 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif par réglage linéaire direct
F16D 125/30 - CamesLeviers à cames agissant sur plusieurs suiveurs de came, p. ex. came en forme de S
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DAMPING AIR SPRING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
A damping air spring (224) for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring (224) includes a piston chamber (299) and a bellows chamber (298) and at least one opening (285) between the chambers to provide restricted fluid communication between the chambers. A relationship between a cross-sectional area of the at least one opening (285) in square inches to a volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) in cubic inches to a volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) in cubic inches to a mean effective area of the air spring (224) in square inches or of the at least one opening (285) in square inches to a volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) in cubic inches to a volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) in cubic inches to a unitless ratio of the volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) to the volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) provides damping characteristics to the air spring (224) over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
F16F 9/04 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
A tandem mechanical spring axle/suspension system for heavy-duty vehicles includes a tandem assembly that comprises a front beam of a suspension assembly of a front axle/suspension system, a rear beam of a suspension assembly of a rear axle suspension system, and a mechanical spring. The mechanical spring operatively engages the front beam and the rear beam and extends longitudinally therebetween, as well as operatively engages a main member of the vehicle frame.
B60G 5/053 - Suspensions élastiques pour un jeu de roues ou d'essieux en tandem à mouvement coordonné avec plusieurs bras articulés, leurs mouvements étant élastiquement coordonnés un ressort à lame étant utilisé à des fins d'équilibrage entre deux unités de support d'essieu
B60G 9/00 - Suspensions élastiques d’un essieu rigide ou d’un carter d’essieux pour plusieurs roues
B60G 11/10 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à lames uniquement caractérisés par des moyens spécialement conçus pour la fixation du ressort à l'essieu ou à une partie suspendue du véhicule
B60G 11/107 - Fixations du type glissant ou roulant
B60G 15/06 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type de combinaison de ressorts et d'amortisseurs de vibrations, p. ex. du type télescopique ayant un ressort mécanique et un amortisseur à fluide
50.
DAMPING AIR SPRING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
A damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring includes a first chamber and a second chamber and at least one opening between the first chamber and second chamber to provide restricted fluid communication between the first chamber and the second chamber. An adsorptive material is disposed within the first chamber or the second chamber and works in conjunction with the at least one opening to provide damping characteristics to the air spring over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
B60G 13/10 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des amortisseurs de vibrations ayant des amortisseurs dissipant l'énergie, p. ex. à friction du type "à fluide" pneumatiques
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
51.
Damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems
A damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring includes a piston chamber and a bellows chamber and at least one opening between the chambers to provide restricted fluid communication between the chambers. A relationship between a cross-sectional area of the at least one opening in square inches to a volume of the piston chamber in cubic inches to a volume of the bellows chamber in cubic inches to a mean effective area of the air spring in square inches, or of the at least one opening in square inches to a volume of the piston chamber in cubic inches to a volume of the bellows chamber in cubic inches to a unitless ratio of the volume of the bellows chamber to the volume of the piston chamber, provides damping characteristics to the air spring over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
B60G 15/12 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type de combinaison de ressorts et d'amortisseurs de vibrations, p. ex. du type télescopique ayant un ressort à fluide et un amortisseur à fluide
F16F 9/04 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
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Damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems
A damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring includes a first chamber and a second chamber and at least one opening between the first chamber and second chamber to provide restricted fluid communication between the first chamber and the second chamber. An adsorptive material is disposed within the first chamber or the second chamber and works in conjunction with the at least one opening to provide damping characteristics to the air spring over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
B60G 15/12 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type de combinaison de ressorts et d'amortisseurs de vibrations, p. ex. du type télescopique ayant un ressort à fluide et un amortisseur à fluide
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
53.
DAMPING AIR SPRING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
A damping air spring (224) for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring (224) includes a piston chamber (299) and a bellows chamber (298) and at least one opening (285) between the chambers to provide restricted fluid communication between the chambers. A relationship between a cross-sectional area of the at least one opening (285) in square inches to a volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) in cubic inches to a volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) in cubic inches to a mean effective area of the air spring (224) in square inches or of the at least one opening (285) in square inches to a volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) in cubic inches to a volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) in cubic inches to a unitless ratio of the volume (V2b) of the bellows chamber (298) to the volume (V1b) of the piston chamber (299) provides damping characteristics to the air spring (224) over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
F16F 9/04 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
54.
DAMPING AIR SPRING FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
A damping air spring for heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension systems. The damping air spring includes a first chamber and a second chamber and at least one opening between the first chamber and second chamber to provide restricted fluid communication between the first chamber and the second chamber. An adsorptive material is disposed within the first chamber or the second chamber and works in conjunction with the at least one opening to provide damping characteristics to the air spring over a first and second critical range of frequencies.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
B60G 13/10 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des amortisseurs de vibrations ayant des amortisseurs dissipant l'énergie, p. ex. à friction du type "à fluide" pneumatiques
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
A sensor mounting arrangement for a drum brake assembly of a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a sensor assembly mounted on a cam tube of the drum brake assembly. The cam tube is formed with an opening. The sensor assembly includes a detector that is at least partially disposed in or adjacent to the opening of the cam tube and a target that is disposed about an outer surface of a camshaft of the drum brake assembly.
F16D 51/22 - Freins avec organes de freinage se déplaçant vers l'extérieur coopérant avec la surface intérieure d'un tambour ou d'une pièce analogue ayant la forme de sabots de frein pivotant autour d'un axe fixe ou à peu près fixe avec deux sabots de freins disposés à partir de leurs pivots dans des directions opposées actionnés mécaniquement
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
F16D 66/00 - Dispositions pour la surveillance des conditions de fonctionnement des freins, p. ex. de l'usure ou de la température
A sensor mounting arrangement for a drum brake assembly of a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a sensor assembly mounted on a cam tube of the drum brake assembly. The cam tube is formed with an opening. The sensor assembly includes a detector that is at least partially disposed in or adjacent to the opening of the cam tube and a target that is disposed about an outer surface of a camshaft of the drum brake assembly.
F16D 66/00 - Dispositions pour la surveillance des conditions de fonctionnement des freins, p. ex. de l'usure ou de la température
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
F16D 125/30 - CamesLeviers à cames agissant sur plusieurs suiveurs de came, p. ex. came en forme de S
A fabricated torque arm for use in a vehicle suspension, including a rod having a solid rectangular cross-section, the rod having a first end and an oppositely disposed second end, a first bushing hub, and wherein the rod is only a single piece cut from a metal plate or sheet, wherein the first bushing hub comprises cut tubing, wherein the first end of the rod has a radius that conforms to an outer surface of the first bushing hub, and wherein the first end of the rod is welded to the outer surface of the first bushing hub.
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Industrial automated systems and components thereof, namely, automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components; industrial machine parts, namely, tooling fixtures used in the joining of two or more components via welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, and/or ultrasonic welding, tooling fixtures used in positioning components to allow for measurement, inspection, marking, and/or insertion of the components, and tooling fixtures used to precisely position components to allow for precise bending of the components Industrial automated control systems, namely, automated control systems comprised of downloadable or pre-installed computer processor based logic software and hardware, electrical circuits, and/or pneumatic circuits used to control and/or monitor the status of industrial machinery in the nature of automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components Design and development of industrial automated systems and components thereof; design and development of custom developed machinery integrated with commercially available components to produce industrial automated systems and implementation of automation components and processes into existing industrial systems; design and development of industrial tooling fixtures
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42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
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Industrial automated systems and components thereof, namely, automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components; industrial machine parts, namely, tooling fixtures used in the joining of two or more components via welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, and/or ultrasonic welding, tooling fixtures used in positioning components to allow for measurement, inspection, marking, and/or insertion of the components, and tooling fixtures used to precisely position components to allow for precise bending of the component Industrial automated control systems, namely, automated control systems comprised of downloadable or pre-installed computer processor based logic software and hardware, electrical circuits, and/or pneumatic circuits used to control and/or monitor the status of industrial machinery in the nature of automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components Design and development of industrial automated systems and components thereof; design and development of custom developed machinery integrated with commercially available components to produce industrial automated systems and implementation of automation components and processes into existing industrial systems; design and development of industrial tooling fixtures
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Industrial automated systems and components thereof, namely, automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components; industrial machine parts, namely, tooling fixtures used in the joining of two or more components via welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, and/or ultrasonic welding, tooling fixtures used in positioning components to allow for measurement, inspection, marking, and/or insertion of the components, and tooling fixtures used to precisely position components to allow for precise bending of the components Industrial automated control systems, namely, automated control systems comprised of downloadable or pre-installed computer processor based logic software and hardware, electrical circuits, and/or pneumatic circuits used to control and/or monitor the status of industrial machinery in the nature of automated computer numerical control machines for machining and/or milling components, and automated machines for manufacturing assembly, manufacturing mass production, welding, swaging, bending, torquing, pressing, measuring, snapping, ultrasonic welding, inspection, insertion, and/or packaging of components Design and development of industrial automated systems and components thereof; design and development of custom developed machinery integrated with commercially available components to produce industrial automated systems and implementation of automation components and processes into existing industrial systems; design and development of industrial tooling fixtures
61.
CLAMP GROUP AND ROUND AXLE WITH ALIGNMENT FEATURES
A clamp group mounting of a leaf spring to a round axle including alignment features is disclosed, which includes a round axle, a leaf spring and a clamp group connecting the leaf spring to a laterally extending axle. A locator ring is welded to an upper arcuate surface of the axle and is received in a recess in a spring seat. The clamp group includes the spring seat, a top pad and a plurality of fasteners that connect the top pad, leaf spring, and spring seat to the axle. The leaf spring extends longitudinally and at least forward or rearward relative to the axle, and includes a bore that receives a locator element that extends at least upward or downward from the leaf spring.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
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CLAMP GROUP AND ROUND AXLE WITH ALIGNMENT FEATURES
A clamp group mounting of a leaf spring to a round axle including alignment features is disclosed, which includes a round axle, a leaf spring and a clamp group connecting the leaf spring to a laterally extending axle. A locator ring is welded to an upper arcuate surface of the axle and is received in a recess in a spring seat. The clamp group includes the spring seat, a top pad and a plurality of fasteners that connect the top pad, leaf spring, and spring seat to the axle. The leaf spring extends longitudinally and at least forward or rearward relative to the axle, and includes a bore that receives a locator element that extends at least upward or downward from the leaf spring.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
A lift axle suspension system incorporating a lift paddle is disclosed. The lift paddle comprising a first pad, a second pad and a rigid support arm securing the first pad and the second pad in fixed relation to one another. The first pad is attached to a lift spring, the second pad is secured to the bottom surface of the main support member/leaf spring. Actuation of the lift spring causes the axle to be lifted out of contact with the ground surface.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
B60G 11/46 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts de différents types comprenant des ressorts à lames et aussi des ressorts à fluide
A lift axle suspension system incorporating a lift paddle is disclosed. The lift paddle comprising a first pad, a second pad and a rigid support arm securing the first pad and the second pad in fixed relation to one another. The first pad is attached to a lift spring, the second pad is secured to the bottom surface of the main support member/leaf spring. Actuation of the lift spring causes the axle to be lifted out of contact with the ground surface.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
B60G 11/46 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts de différents types comprenant des ressorts à lames et aussi des ressorts à fluide
A rotary union for a tire inflation system of a heavy-duty vehicle that includes energy harvesting structure for generating electricity to power electronic components of the heavy-duty vehicle. The energy harvesting structure is integrated with and protected by the rotary union. The energy harvesting structure includes components that are attached to respective static and rotatable components of the rotary union that generate electricity for powering the electronic components during rotational movement of the rotatable components relative to the static components during operation of the heavy-duty vehicle. The components of the energy harvesting structure can be entirely removed or separated and sealed from a flow path of pressurized air through the rotary union.
B60B 7/00 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
B60C 23/04 - Dispositifs avertisseurs actionnés par la pression du pneumatique montés sur la roue ou le pneumatique
A rotary union for a tire inflation system of a heavy-duty vehicle that includes energy harvesting structure for generating electricity to power electronic components of the heavy-duty vehicle. The energy harvesting structure is integrated with and protected by the rotary union. The energy harvesting structure includes components that are attached to respective static and rotatable components of the rotary union that generate electricity for powering the electronic components during rotational movement of the rotatable components relative to the static components during operation of the heavy-duty vehicle. The components of the energy harvesting structure can be entirely removed or separated and sealed from a flow path of pressurized air through the rotary union.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
H02K 7/18 - Association structurelle de génératrices électriques à des moteurs mécaniques d'entraînement, p. ex. à des turbines
A rotary union for a tire inflation system of a heavy-duty vehicle that includes energy harvesting structure for generating electricity to power electronic components of the heavy-duty vehicle. The energy harvesting structure is integrated with and protected by the rotary union. The energy harvesting structure includes components that are attached to respective static and rotatable components of the rotary union that generate electricity for powering the electronic components during rotational movement of the rotatable components relative to the static components during operation of the heavy-duty vehicle. The components of the energy harvesting structure can be entirely removed or separated and sealed from a flow path of pressurized air through the rotary union.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
B60C 23/04 - Dispositifs avertisseurs actionnés par la pression du pneumatique montés sur la roue ou le pneumatique
B60B 7/00 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique
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WISHBONE-SHAPED LINKAGE AND MODULAR BUSHING ASSEMBLY AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS INCORPORATING THE SAME
A vehicle suspension system includes a wishbone-shaped linkage (44) having a base (46), with two limbs (48) extending from the base (46). Each limb (48) is configured to support a laterally and longitudinally oriented bushing assembly (52), which may include a bushing assembly received by a laterally and longitudinally oriented mounting tube associated with a free end of the limb (48). The base (46) includes upper and lower plates (72, 74) wrapping only partially around a laterally extending cross tube (68). A modular bushing assembly including a pair of bushing lobes and a bar pin is partially received within the cross tube, with the bushing lobes being adjustably positioned on the bar pin to allow for adjustment of the conical rate of the bushing assembly. A mounting assembly includes a pair of mount blocks secured to a vehicle axle, with the bar pin being secured with respect to the axle via the mount blocks, thereby associating the linkage to the axle.
B60G 7/00 - Bras de suspension articulésLeurs accessoires
B60G 7/02 - Fixation des bras à la partie suspendue du véhicule
F16F 1/373 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée caractérisés par une forme particulière
69.
WISHBONE-SHAPED LINKAGE AND MODULAR BUSHING ASSEMBLY AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS INCORPORATING THE SAME
A vehicle suspension system includes a wishbone-shaped linkage (44) having a base (46), with two limbs (48) extending from the base (46). Each limb (48) is configured to support a laterally and longitudinally oriented bushing assembly (52), which may include a bushing assembly received by a laterally and longitudinally oriented mounting tube associated with a free end of the limb (48). The base (46) includes upper and lower plates (72, 74) wrapping only partially around a laterally extending cross tube (68). A modular bushing assembly including a pair of bushing lobes and a bar pin is partially received within the cross tube, with the bushing lobes being adjustably positioned on the bar pin to allow for adjustment of the conical rate of the bushing assembly. A mounting assembly includes a pair of mount blocks secured to a vehicle axle, with the bar pin being secured with respect to the axle via the mount blocks, thereby associating the linkage to the axle.
B60G 7/00 - Bras de suspension articulésLeurs accessoires
B60G 7/02 - Fixation des bras à la partie suspendue du véhicule
F16F 1/373 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée caractérisés par une forme particulière
A sensor mounting arrangement for a drum brake assembly of a heavy-duty vehicle comprising a sensor assembly mounted on a cam tube of the drum brake assembly. The cam tube is formed with an opening. The sensor assembly includes a detector that is at least partially disposed in or adjacent to the opening of the cam tube and a target that is disposed about an outer surface of a camshaft of the drum brake assembly.
F16D 51/22 - Freins avec organes de freinage se déplaçant vers l'extérieur coopérant avec la surface intérieure d'un tambour ou d'une pièce analogue ayant la forme de sabots de frein pivotant autour d'un axe fixe ou à peu près fixe avec deux sabots de freins disposés à partir de leurs pivots dans des directions opposées actionnés mécaniquement
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
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KNUCKLE FOR A SELF-STEERING AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEM
A knuckle (200) for a heavy-duty vehicle self-steering axle/suspension system that includes integrally formed structure (270) for mounting components of a drum brake system. The knuckle (200) includes a spindle (264) that is welded directly to the knuckle (200) and a discrete tie rod arm (290) bolted to the knuckle.
F16D 51/22 - Freins avec organes de freinage se déplaçant vers l'extérieur coopérant avec la surface intérieure d'un tambour ou d'une pièce analogue ayant la forme de sabots de frein pivotant autour d'un axe fixe ou à peu près fixe avec deux sabots de freins disposés à partir de leurs pivots dans des directions opposées actionnés mécaniquement
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
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KNUCKLE FOR A SELF-STEERING AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEM
A knuckle (200) for a heavy-duty vehicle self-steering axle/suspension system that includes integrally formed structure (270) for mounting components of a drum brake system. The knuckle (200) includes a spindle (264) that is welded directly to the knuckle (200) and a discrete tie rod arm (290) bolted to the knuckle.
F16D 51/22 - Freins avec organes de freinage se déplaçant vers l'extérieur coopérant avec la surface intérieure d'un tambour ou d'une pièce analogue ayant la forme de sabots de frein pivotant autour d'un axe fixe ou à peu près fixe avec deux sabots de freins disposés à partir de leurs pivots dans des directions opposées actionnés mécaniquement
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
F16D 121/08 - Pression de fluide agissant sur un actionneur du type à membrane, p. ex. pour pression de gaz
F16D 125/30 - CamesLeviers à cames agissant sur plusieurs suiveurs de came, p. ex. came en forme de S
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Knuckle for a self-steering axle/suspension system
A knuckle for a heavy-duty vehicle self-steering axle/suspension system that includes integrally formed structure for mounting components of a drum brake system. The knuckle includes a spindle that is welded directly to the knuckle and a discrete tie rod arm bolted to the knuckle.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
F16D 65/00 - Éléments constitutifs ou détails des freins
B60T 1/06 - Aménagements des éléments de freinage, c.-à-d. des parties de ceux-ci dans lesquelles se produit l'effet de freinage en agissant par retardement des roues par action autre que sur la bande de roulement, p. ex. par action sur une jante, un tambour, un disque ou sur la transmission
F16D 51/00 - Freins avec organes de freinage se déplaçant vers l'extérieur coopérant avec la surface intérieure d'un tambour ou d'une pièce analogue
An axle (110) for heavy-duty vehicles, the axle comprising first and second grooves (160a, 160b) formed about the axle. The first and second grooves include a cross-sectional geometry that forms integrated annular fixturing locations about the axle for selectively mounting a component of a braking system.
An axle (110) for heavy-duty vehicles, the axle comprising first and second grooves (160a, 160b) formed about the axle. The first and second grooves include a cross-sectional geometry that forms integrated annular fixturing locations about the axle for selectively mounting a component of a braking system.
An axle for heavy-duty vehicles, the axle comprising first and second grooves formed about the axle. The first and second grooves include a cross-sectional geometry that forms integrated annular fixturing locations about the axle for selectively mounting a component of a braking system.
A radial mounting torque plate for mounting a disk brake component for heavy-duty vehicles, the torque plate comprising an annular portion and a pair of mounting arms. The annular portion is formed with an opening for receiving an axle of the heavy-duty vehicle. The mounting arms are integrally formed with and extend longitudinally outward in opposite directions from the annular portion and have a T-shaped cross-section.
A radial mounting torque plate for mounting a disk brake component for heavy-duty vehicles, the torque plate comprising an annular portion and a pair of mounting arms. The annular portion is formed with an opening for receiving an axle of the heavy-duty vehicle. The mounting arms are integrally formed with and extend longitudinally outward in opposite directions from the annular portion and have a T-shaped cross-section.
F16D 65/00 - Éléments constitutifs ou détails des freins
F16D 55/227 - Freins à surfaces de freinage substantiellement radiales pressées l'une contre l'autre dans une direction axiale, p. ex. freins à disques avec disques ou patins déplaçables selon l'axe pressés contre des organes en rotation situés dans l'axe par serrage entre des organes mobiles de freinage, p. ex. des disques ou des patins de freins mobiles avec un organe d'actionnement commun pour les organes de freinage les organes de freinage étant des patins de freins dans lesquels l'organe d'actionnement commun se déplace axialement le mouvement axial étant guidé par une ou par plusieurs tiges par deux tiges
F16D 65/12 - DisquesTambours pour freins à disques
A dust shield for a disc brake assembly of a heavy-duty vehicle, the dust shield comprising a central portion and a substantially flat portion. The flat portion is integrally formed with and extends radially outward from the central portion. The central portion extends axially inboard of and forms a flange axially-offset from and parallel to the flat portion to act as a stiffening rib to increase the natural frequency of the dust shield.
A radial mounting torque plate for mounting a disk brake component for heavy-duty vehicles, the torque plate comprising an annular portion and a pair of mounting arms. The annular portion is formed with an opening for receiving an axle of the heavy-duty vehicle. The mounting arms are integrally formed with and extend longitudinally outward in opposite directions from the annular portion and have a T-shaped cross-section.
A slack adjuster assembly for use with a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, a cam tube assembly, and an interlock assembly. The interlock assembly is disposed on an outboard side of the slack adjuster and interconnects the cam tube assembly with the slack adjuster. A component of the interlock assembly and a component of the cam tube assembly cooperate to form a rotation reference mechanism for indexing of an automatic adjustment mechanism of the slack adjuster. The slack adjuster assembly further comprising an inboard sealing assembly and an outboard sealing assembly engaging respective inboard and outboard sides of the slack adjuster to form respective 360-degree interfaces. The cam tube assembly, interlock assembly, and inboard and outboard sealing assemblies forming a continuous grease pathway between the cam tube assembly and the slack adjuster.
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
F16D 65/54 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif par réglage linéaire direct
F16D 65/60 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif pour réglage angulaire de deux parties concentriques du système de commande de frein
A slack adjuster assembly for use with a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, a cam tube assembly, and an interlock assembly. The interlock assembly is disposed on an outboard side of the slack adjuster and interconnects the cam tube assembly with the slack adjuster. A component of the interlock assembly and a component of the cam tube assembly cooperate to form a rotation reference mechanism for indexing of an automatic adjustment mechanism of the slack adjuster. The slack adjuster assembly further comprising an inboard sealing assembly and an outboard sealing assembly engaging respective inboard and outboard sides of the slack adjuster to form respective 360-degree interfaces. The cam tube assembly, interlock assembly, and inboard and outboard sealing assemblies forming a continuous grease pathway between the cam tube assembly and the slack adjuster.
F16D 65/54 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif par réglage linéaire direct
F16D 65/60 - Dispositifs de réglage mécaniques agissant automatiquement dans une direction pour le réglage d'un jeu excessif pour réglage angulaire de deux parties concentriques du système de commande de frein
F16D 65/22 - Mécanismes d'actionnement pour freinsMoyens pour amorcer l'opération de freinage à une position prédéterminée disposés dans, ou sur le frein adaptés pour séparer les organes par pression
A slack adjuster assembly for use with a heavy-duty vehicle drum brake system, the slack adjuster assembly comprising a slack adjuster, a cam tube assembly, and an interlock assembly. The interlock assembly is disposed on an outboard side of the slack adjuster and interconnects the cam tube assembly with the slack adjuster. A component of the interlock assembly and a component of the cam tube assembly cooperate to form a rotation reference mechanism for indexing of an automatic adjustment mechanism of the slack adjuster. The slack adjuster assembly further comprising an inboard sealing assembly and an outboard sealing assembly engaging respective inboard and outboard sides of the slack adjuster to form respective 360-degree interfaces. The cam tube assembly, interlock assembly, and inboard and outboard sealing assemblies forming a continuous grease pathway between the cam tube assembly and the slack adjuster.
An insert to a mold for a leaf spring comprises a substrate and a hole that extends through the substrate, A post protrudes from the substrate such that the insert, may be coupled to the mold. Further, the post covers the hole on a first end, so the hole is not exposed. On the other end of the hole, a thin overlay that covers the hole. Thus, during a process where resin is added to the mold, no resin enters the hole. The insert, when added to a leaf spring, offers reinforcement on areas where there is high stress. Therefore, holes may be added to a leaf spring at areas of high stress without overly weakening the leaf spring.
F16F 1/371 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée caractérisés par des inserts ou des éléments auxiliaires d'extension, p. ex. pour rigidifier
B29C 70/68 - Façonnage de matières composites, c.-à-d. de matières plastiques comprenant des renforcements, des matières de remplissage ou des parties préformées, p. ex. des inserts en incorporant ou en surmoulant des parties préformées, p. ex. des inserts ou des couches
Axle seat assemblies and methods of manufacturing thereof, are provided for attachment to an axle body (15). The axle seat assembly may be comprised of a first piece (42) and a second piece (50). The first piece (42) may have a first wall, a second wall and a first axle seat piece engagement portion providing a first engagement surface. The second piece (50) may have a third wall and a second axle seat piece engagement portion providing a second engagement surface. The first wall and the second wall of the first piece are oriented to engage a front surface of an axle body and the third wall of the second piece is oriented to engage a rear surface (30) of an axle body. The first and second engagement surfaces of the respective first and second pieces of the axle seat assembly are positioned and configured to engage one another to removably and reversibly secure with the use of a fastener the first piece to the second piece to form an axle seat assembly.
A suspension travel control system (1046) for a vehicle suspension is disclosed. The suspension travel control system includes a stop post (834) secured to the vehicle frame and a suspension travel control formation that includes a base (1042) and a body (1048). The stop post (834) is positioned in a space defined by the body (1048). The suspension travel control formation may be secured to the axle, the main support member or incorporated into the axle coupling assembly to provide a rebound and jounce stop as well as longitudinal redundancy in the event of the failure or loss of a longitudinal linkage.
B60G 17/00 - Suspensions élastiques permettant d'ajuster les caractéristiques des ressorts ou des amortisseurs de vibrations, de réguler la distance entre la surface porteuse et la partie suspendue du véhicule ou de bloquer la suspension pendant l'utilisation pour s'adapter aux conditions variables du véhicule ou du terrain, p. ex. en fonction de la vitesse ou de la charge
B60G 11/02 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à lames uniquement
A shroud for a heavy-duty vehicle component that includes structure enabling the component to be mounted and housed within an interior space of the shroud, such that the component is substantially enclosed and protected when the shroud is mounted on the heavy-duty vehicle frame. In one embodiment, the component is a valve of a pin release/locking system of a moveable subframe. The shroud enables mounting of the component in a location within the interior space of the shroud that provides relatively safe, sufficient clearance for components of a forward mounted down-stop employed in some axle/suspension systems depending from the heavy-duty vehicle frame. The shroud includes structure that enables the shroud to be temporarily attached to a heavy-duty vehicle moveable subframe during shipping at a location on the subframe so that the component and associated structure are within the longitudinal length of main members of the subframe.
A disc brake hub and rotor assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle. The disc brake hub and rotor assembly includes a hub receivable on and rotatable about an axle spindle of a heavy-duty vehicle. A rotor is connectable with the hub for rotation with the hub. The rotor includes a disc segment, a flange mounting segment, and a cylindrical sleeve segment connecting the disc segment and the flange mounting segment. A flange is connectable with the flange mounting segment and separately with the hub. The flange mounting segment of the rotor has an inboard facing surface at least part of which is for engaging head portions of wheel studs. The inboard facing surface is substantially planar and free of wheel stud clearance reliefs. A transition region is located between the flange mounting segment and sleeve segment and is also free of wheel stud clearance reliefs.
A hubcap for a heavy-duty duty vehicle that includes mounting structure that is formed with and cooperates with a side wall of the hubcap to provide a stiff, rigid structure that enables non-cantilevered connection to a wheel hub. The mounting structure can be a plurality of elongated bosses circumferentially spaced about the side wall that are formed with corresponding elongated bolt openings to enable the non-cantilevered attachment to the wheel hub. The elongated bosses cooperate with the hubcap side wall to provide a stiffened or rigid structure between the elongated bolt openings for increased and more uniform clamping force on a sealing gasket between the hubcap and the wheel hub. The hubcap profile provides clearance for removal of an outboard mounted disc brake rotor in heavy-duty vehicle wheel end assemblies that include such rotor configurations. The hubcap may support simple mounting of a hubodometer.
B60B 7/00 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique
B60B 7/04 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique constitués de plusieurs parties principales
B60B 7/14 - Systèmes de fixation à cet effet comportant des moyens filetés
B60B 7/20 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique comportant un élément monté de façon à pouvoir tourner indépendamment de la rotation de la roue
A hubcap for a heavy-duty duty vehicle that includes mounting structure that is formed with and cooperates with a side wall of the hubcap to provide a stiff, rigid structure that enables non-cantilevered connection to a wheel hub. The mounting structure can be a plurality of elongated bosses circumferentially spaced about the side wall that are formed with corresponding elongated bolt openings to enable the non-cantilevered attachment to the wheel hub. The elongated bosses cooperate with the hubcap side wall to provide a stiffened or rigid structure between the elongated bolt openings for increased and more uniform clamping force on a sealing gasket between the hubcap and the wheel hub. The hubcap profile provides clearance for removal of an outboard mounted disc brake rotor in heavy-duty vehicle wheel end assemblies that include such rotor configurations. The hubcap may support simple mounting of a hub odometer.
B60B 7/04 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique constitués de plusieurs parties principales
B60B 7/00 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique
B60B 7/14 - Systèmes de fixation à cet effet comportant des moyens filetés
G01C 22/00 - Mesure de la distance parcourue sur le sol par des véhicules, des personnes, des animaux ou autres corps solides en mouvement, p. ex. en utilisant des odomètres ou en utilisant des podomètres
A hubcap for a heavy-duty duty vehicle that includes mounting structure that is formed with and cooperates with a side wall of the hubcap to provide a stiff, rigid structure that enables non-cantilevered connection to a wheel hub. The mounting structure can be a plurality of elongated bosses circumferentially spaced about the side wall that are formed with corresponding elongated bolt openings to enable the non-cantilevered attachment to the wheel hub. The elongated bosses cooperate with the hubcap side wall to provide a stiffened or rigid structure between the elongated bolt openings for increased and more uniform clamping force on a sealing gasket between the hubcap and the wheel hub. The hubcap profile provides clearance for removal of an outboard mounted disc brake rotor in heavy-duty vehicle wheel end assemblies that include such rotor configurations. The hubcap may support simple mounting of a hubodometer.
B60B 7/00 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique
B60B 7/14 - Systèmes de fixation à cet effet comportant des moyens filetés
B60B 7/20 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique comportant un élément monté de façon à pouvoir tourner indépendamment de la rotation de la roue
B60B 7/04 - Chapeaux de roue, couronnes ou dispositifs similaires pour orner, protéger ou cacher, entièrement ou en partie, le corps de la roue, la jante, le moyeu ou le flanc du pneumatique constitués de plusieurs parties principales
A tire inflation system for a heavy-duty vehicle. The tire inflation system includes a source of fluid pressure, a tire and wheel assembly, and a fluid path. The fluid path includes at least one conduit providing fluid communication from the source of fluid pressure to the tire and wheel assembly, a first valve disposed along the fluid path, and a flow detection structure disposed along the fluid path and is arranged in parallel to the first valve.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
B60C 23/04 - Dispositifs avertisseurs actionnés par la pression du pneumatique montés sur la roue ou le pneumatique
F16K 37/00 - Moyens particuliers portés par ou sur les soupapes ou autres dispositifs d'obturation pour repérer ou enregistrer leur fonctionnement ou pour permettre de donner l'alarme
H01H 35/24 - Interrupteurs actionnés par le changement de pression du fluide, par les ondes de pression du fluide, ou par le changement d'écoulement du fluide
A tire inflation system for a heavy-duty vehicle having a source of fluid pressure, a tire and wheel assembly, and a fluid path. The fluid path includes at least one conduit, a first valve, and a flow detection structure. The conduit provides fluid communication from the source of fluid pressure to the tire and wheel assembly. The first valve is disposed along the fluid path. The flow detection structure is disposed along the fluid path and is arranged in parallel to the first valve.
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
A tire inflation system for a heavy-duty vehicle having a source of fluid pressure, a tire and wheel assembly, and a fluid path. The fluid path includes at least one conduit, a first valve, and a flow detection structure. The conduit provides fluid communication from the source of fluid pressure to the tire and wheel assembly. The first valve is disposed along the fluid path. The flow detection structure is disposed along the fluid path and is arranged in parallel to the first valve.
B60C 23/04 - Dispositifs avertisseurs actionnés par la pression du pneumatique montés sur la roue ou le pneumatique
F16K 37/00 - Moyens particuliers portés par ou sur les soupapes ou autres dispositifs d'obturation pour repérer ou enregistrer leur fonctionnement ou pour permettre de donner l'alarme
B60C 23/00 - Dispositifs pour mesurer, signaler, commander ou distribuer la pression ou la température des pneumatiques, spécialement adaptés pour être montés sur des véhiculesAgencement sur les véhicules des dispositifs de gonflage des pneumatiques, p. ex. des pompes ou des réservoirsAménagements pour refroidir les pneumatiques
H01H 35/24 - Interrupteurs actionnés par le changement de pression du fluide, par les ondes de pression du fluide, ou par le changement d'écoulement du fluide
A bushing is disclosed for pivotally mounting an end portion of an axle-supporting beam of a vehicle suspension system to a hanger bracket of the vehicle with a pair of wear pads positioned between sides of the end portion of the beam and the hanger bracket, where the pair of wear pads each has a central opening defined by an inner edge. The bushing includes a tubular body having a longitudinal axis, a first end portion, a second end portion and a beam support portion positioned between the first and second end portions. A first resilient wear pad retainer extends radially from the first end portion of the body and a second resilient wear pad retainer extends radially from the second end portion of the body. Each of the first and second wear pad retainers are configured to move into a deflected position when contacted by an inner edge of a wear pad central opening and to rebound back to an original position afterwards as the wear pad is positioned on the first or second end portions of the body so that the wear pad is secured to the bushing.
F16F 1/38 - Ressorts en matière plastique, p. ex. en caoutchoucRessorts faits d'un matériau à friction intérieure élevée avec manchon de matériau élastique entre un manchon extérieur rigide et un étui intérieur rigide ou une broche
B60G 7/02 - Fixation des bras à la partie suspendue du véhicule
An axle/suspension system (200) for a heavy-duty vehicle including a wheel and a sensor. The sensor is operatively connected to an air spring (224) mounted on the axle/suspension system (200) and is capable of detecting a condition of a road or the heavy-duty vehicle. The air spring (224) has a stiffness capable of being altered in response to the sensor and to reduce resonant load variation on the wheel.
B60G 17/015 - Suspensions élastiques permettant d'ajuster les caractéristiques des ressorts ou des amortisseurs de vibrations, de réguler la distance entre la surface porteuse et la partie suspendue du véhicule ou de bloquer la suspension pendant l'utilisation pour s'adapter aux conditions variables du véhicule ou du terrain, p. ex. en fonction de la vitesse ou de la charge les moyens de régulation comportant des éléments électriques ou électroniques
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
An air spring for a heavy-duty vehicle axle/suspension system comprising a piston, a bellows, and an intermediate chamber integrally formed with the bellows. The bellows has an upper portion, a top plate, and a bellows chamber and is connected to the piston by a band, a bead-in-groove connection, and/or a bayonet connection. The upper portion is reinforced to prevent the bellows chamber from increasing in volume. The intermediate chamber has an optimally sized top plate and a support structure and extends from the piston into the bellows chamber. The intermediate top plate is formed with means for restricted fluid communication between the bellows chamber and the intermediate chamber. The means for restricted fluid communication is not obstructed when it contacts the bellows top plate during jounce events. The support structure is optimized in relation to the top plate.
B60G 11/27 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des ressorts ayant des ressorts à fluide uniquement, p. ex. ressorts hydropneumatiques dans lesquels le fluide est un gaz
B60G 13/10 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type des amortisseurs de vibrations ayant des amortisseurs dissipant l'énergie, p. ex. à friction du type "à fluide" pneumatiques
B60G 15/12 - Suspensions élastiques caractérisées par la disposition, l'emplacement ou le type de combinaison de ressorts et d'amortisseurs de vibrations, p. ex. du type télescopique ayant un ressort à fluide et un amortisseur à fluide
B60G 17/052 - Caractéristiques des ressorts pneumatiques
F16F 9/04 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible
F16F 9/05 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible la paroi flexible étant du type à soufflet roulant
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PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A LEAF SPRING AND INSERT FOR LEAF SPRING
An insert to a mold for a leaf spring comprises a substrate and a hole that extends through the substrate, A post protrudes from the substrate such that the insert, may be coupled to the mold. Further, the post covers the hole on a first end, so the hole is not exposed. On the other end of the hole, a thin overlay that covers the hole. Thus, during a process where resm is added to the mold, no resin enters the hole. The insert, when added to a leaf spring, offers reinforcement on areas where there is high stress. Therefore, holes may be added to a leaf spring at areas of high stress without overly weakening the leaf spring.
B29C 39/10 - Moulage par coulée, c.-à-d. en introduisant la matière à mouler dans un moule ou entre des surfaces enveloppantes sans pression significative de moulageAppareils à cet effet pour la fabrication d'objets de longueur définie, c.-à-d. d'objets séparés en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. coulée autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B29C 43/18 - Moulage par pressage, c.-à-d. en appliquant une pression externe pour faire couler la matière à moulerAppareils à cet effet pour la fabrication d'objets de longueur définie, c.-à-d. d'objets séparés en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par pressage autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B29C 45/14 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par injection autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B29C 45/16 - Fabrication d'objets multicouches ou polychromes
B29C 70/72 - Enrobage d'inserts avec une partie non enrobée, p. ex. extrémités ou parties terminales de composants électriques
An insert to a mold for a leaf spring comprises a substrate and a hole that extends through the substrate, A post protrudes from the substrate such that the insert, may be coupled to the mold. Further, the post covers the hole on a first end, so the hole is not exposed. On the other end of the hole, a thin overlay that covers the hole. Thus, during a process where resm is added to the mold, no resin enters the hole. The insert, when added to a leaf spring, offers reinforcement on areas where there is high stress. Therefore, holes may be added to a leaf spring at areas of high stress without overly weakening the leaf spring.
B29C 45/14 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par injection autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B29C 45/16 - Fabrication d'objets multicouches ou polychromes
B29C 70/72 - Enrobage d'inserts avec une partie non enrobée, p. ex. extrémités ou parties terminales de composants électriques
B29C 39/10 - Moulage par coulée, c.-à-d. en introduisant la matière à mouler dans un moule ou entre des surfaces enveloppantes sans pression significative de moulageAppareils à cet effet pour la fabrication d'objets de longueur définie, c.-à-d. d'objets séparés en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. coulée autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
B29C 43/18 - Moulage par pressage, c.-à-d. en appliquant une pression externe pour faire couler la matière à moulerAppareils à cet effet pour la fabrication d'objets de longueur définie, c.-à-d. d'objets séparés en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par pressage autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
