Vacuum actuated wheel hub
US7055667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 7, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D11/14
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An interlock mechanism is provided for a wheel end disconnect device. The interlock mechanism is activated by negative pressure for engaging and disengaging a wheel hub from an axle shaft. Vacuum pressure is routed through a wheel bearing for activating the interlock mechanism.
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