Torsion bar anchor
US6364297B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2206/427
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved torsion bar and socket system for a motor vehicle is provided. The socket includes a main hexagonal shaped opening having a plurality of scalloped openings extending therefrom. The socket includes a contact wall that defines a portion of the main hexagonal opening and an extending wall extending therefrom at an angle. The contact wall is adapted to contact the torsion bar and either apply rotational force thereto or receive rotational force therefrom. The extending wall is formed tangent to a circular wall which is also tangent to another contact wall. The circular wall and extending wall form a scalloped opening which is used during insertion of the torsion bar into the socket.
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