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Suspension system for front wheels of a low-body bus

US5558361A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 5, 1994
Grant dateSep 24, 1996
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Expiry dateOct 5, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2800/203
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A suspension system for front wheels of a low-body bus includes a frame and a wheel carrier. A shock absorber, a strut bar, and a torsion bar are also provided, all of which are disposed horizontally and below a floor of the vehicle body enable positioning of the floor at a low position and allow a wider floor area.

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