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Vehicle wheel suspension arrangement

US6588779B2 · kind B2 · utility

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26Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 26, 2001
Grant dateJul 8, 2003
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2206/50
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An arrangement for the suspension of a motor vehicle wheel having a wheel-bearing housing for bearing the wheel, a lower link arm for connecting the bodywork of the motor vehicle and a lower part of the wheel-bearing housing, and an upper link arm for connecting the bodywork and an upper part of the wheel-bearing housing. The arrangement further includes an additional connection between the bodywork and the wheel-bearing housing and a coupling link that is substantially rigid in the vertical direction for connecting the additional connection and lower link arm. The improved arrangement is especially suitable for a rear wheel suspension in a motor vehicle, thereby permitting a high degree of longitudinal softness and high windup strength.

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