Floating differential suspension system
US10358029B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2204/19
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a vehicle differential linked to and is arranged to move with a control arm and/or an a-arm of a suspension assembly, providing a floating differential suspension system. The differential is adapted to be mounted independent of the vehicle frame. Advantages of a floating differential suspension system include better alignment between the differential and the transfer case, reduced drive shaft movement in the vertical direction, minimal plunge at the drive shaft splines, longer axle length with increased wheel travel, decreased angle at mechanical connections, reduced camber change through the wheel travel, lower frame construction with increased range of suspension travel, and reduced risk of vehicle roll over without compromising the range of suspension travel.
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