Tire pressure management system
US10596863B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C23/009
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tire pressure management system includes at least an axle, a hubcap supported by the axle and having an interior and an exterior, and a rotary union mounted to the hubcap. The rotary union includes at least rotary union housing providing a central bore, a fluid conduit having upstream and downstream ends, and a bearing in contact engagement with the fluid conduit via an inner race of the bearing, and in sliding engagement with a bearing sleeve via an outer race of the bearing. The bearing sleeve in pressing contact with the central bore; and a seal, is disposed between the bearing and the downstream end of the fluid conduit.
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