Composite vehicle driveshaft with welded joint system
US11391318B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/473
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A composite vehicle driveshaft is provided with a composite tube and a welded joint system(s) at one or both ends of the composite tube for connecting the composite vehicle driveshaft to driveline components. Each welded joint system may include a sleeve that is bonded to an end of the composite tube and a joint assembly that is welded to the sleeve.
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