Flexible joint for suspension systems and the like
US4128355A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 1977 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/452
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flexible joint for use in suspension systems and the like has a rigid cylindrical member, a resilient bushing encompassing the inner member, a split casing having opposed semi-cylindrical surfaces holding the bushing under compression toward the inner member and secured together in bushing-compressing relation, and rigid extrusion barriers preventing compression induced extrusion of the bushing into partings between the casing parts. Configuration of the extrusion barriers complements the compression loading of the resilient bushing by the surfaces of the casing parts.
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