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Systems and methods for vehicle suspensions

US11712964B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 13, 2020
Grant dateAug 1, 2023
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60K2007/0061
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A suspension element includes a housing, a first joint, and a second joint. The housing is configured to couple a tractive element assembly to a vehicle. The housing has a first end configured to engage a portion of the vehicle and a second end configured to interface with the tractive element assembly. The first joint includes a first actuator and a first resilient member. The first actuator is configured to facilitate linear extension and retraction of the suspension element. The second joint includes a second actuator and a second resilient member. The second actuator is configured to facilitate rotational movement of the suspension element. The first resilient member and the second resilient member are configured to support a static load of the vehicle.

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