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Suspension system for a load carrying machine

US5971425A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 25, 1998
Grant dateOct 26, 1999
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G5/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A suspension system is provided for a load carrying body of a load carrying machine. The suspension system includes a longitudinal frame, first and second axle assemblies, first and second suspension members, first and second balance beams, a first pair of flexible members, and a second pair of flexible members. The first pair of flexible members, and the second pair of flexible members are connected in the system at a predetermined location at which shear is reduced and service life is increased.

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