Headset with damping features
US10421517B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K21/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Headsets and head tube assemblies for vehicles are provided. A vehicle includes a steerer tube and a head tube. A headset rotatably connects the steerer tube and the head tube. The headset includes a coupling ring which includes a body and a central bore defined in and extending through the body. The coupling ring is connectable to and rotatable with the steerer tube. The headset further includes a cup which includes a body and a central bore defined in and extending through the body. The cup is connectable to and rotatable with the head tube. The headset further includes a damper assembly, the damper assembly including a first damper element rotatable with the steerer tube and a second damper element rotatable with the head tube, the first damper element and the second damper element in frictional contact with and rotatable relative to each other.
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