Hydraulic bump stop assembly
US12163570B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 16, 2023 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F2230/20
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of a hydraulic bump stop assembly may include a telescoping hydraulic cylinder containing hydraulic fluid. The telescoping cylinder may be located on a vehicle shock. Components of the shock may engage and compress the telescoping cylinder during the final stages of compression of the shock to prevent the shock from bottoming out. The telescoping cylinder has damping properties during compression and expansion due to hydraulic fluid being forced through orifices of one or more hydraulic fluid lines to and from a reservoir. Damping ratios may be adjusted by adjusting the size of the orifices. In some embodiments, the damping ratios may be adjusted remotely, such as from the driver compartment of the vehicle.
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