Interlocking suspension bracket for an inverted portal axle
US6991244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 31, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G9/006
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An axle assembly is provided that includes an axle. The axle assembly may be of an inverted portal axle configuration. The axle includes a boss having a threaded aperture. A suspension component, such as a suspension arm, may be secured to the axle by a fastener received by the threaded aperture. A bracket may be arranged in engagement with the boss between the suspension arm and the axle. The bracket may be used to connect a torsion bar to the axle. The bracket includes an aperture with the fastener disposed within the bracket aperture. The fastener, which is common for the suspension arm and bracket, creates a clamping load on the bracket. Moreover, the suspension arm and the torsion bar bracket share a common boss.
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