Vehicle axle beam and brake assembly
US7055662B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2125/56
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved axle beam and self-contained drum brake assembly, particularly for heavy duty trucks, is disclosed. The assembly includes a brake spider and actuating members mounted thereto via a mounting assembly comprising a mounting sleeve attached to the brake spider by means of a second mounting bracket, and a first mounting bracket securing a pneumatic brake actuator cylinder to the mounting sleeve. A brake actuating camshaft is positioned and rotationally supported therewithin. The disclosed brake assembly allows for numerous variations of axle beam and suspension arrangements.
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