Wrap around axle connection for suspension trailing arm
US10752069B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2206/30
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle suspension is provided, including an axle having an axle body with an exterior surface, a main trailing arm shell portion having a first axle engagement surface configured for engaging a first portion of the exterior surface, and a second trailing arm shell portion having a second axle engagement surface configured for engaging a second portion of the exterior surface. Upon assembly to the axle, the main trailing arm shell portion and the second trailing arm shell portion engage more than 180° of a curvature of the exterior surface.
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