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Torque tube-to-universal joint yoke deformation coupling

US4390303A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 4, 1981
Grant dateJun 28, 1983
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Expiry dateAug 4, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/4983
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In this device, the bore of the cylindrical hub has a groove in the shape of an ellipse in which is engaged a radial boss obtained by an upsetting of the material of the end portion of a tubular element inserted in the bore so as to ensure both the axial and rotational connection with the hub. The upsetting is achieved by means of a punch inserted in the end portion of the tubular element and bearing against the extremity of this end portion.

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