Elastomeric high torque, constant velocity joint
US4714450A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 14, 1986 |
| Grant date | Dec 22, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F1/393
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A nearly spherical laminated elastomeric bearing has a non-circular latitudinal cross-section to accommodate high torque loads in elastomer bending rather than in shear. The nearly spherical profile of the bearing accommodates tilt primarily in shear. Both inwardly and outwardly extending lobes, or splines, are disclosed. The nearly spherical, lobed bearing is useful for a constant velocity joint.
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