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Structure for mounting boot

US5026323A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 30, 1990
Grant dateJun 25, 1991
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D3/845
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A structure for mounting a boot for a homokinetic joint. The boot is mounted between an outer ring of the joint and a shaft with both ends thereof engaging the outer peripheries of the outer ring and the shaft. Fastening bands are put on the engaging portions. Further, rubber rings are fitted on the outer peripheries of the outer ring and the shaft. The boot is formed in both end portions thereof with a predetermined number of slits axially extending from its ends inwardly. The rubber rings are provided with protrusions adapted to engage both ends of the boot, which is engaged in a groove formed in the outer ring and the shaft.

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