Lifting system for a vehicle axle
US7396028B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2204/4702
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and lifting method for a vehicle axle having a first bracket, a second bracket, an air spring and at least one connector. The first bracket has two substantially vertically oriented slots. The second bracket has a substantially horizontal plate and a bar secured to the plate. The ends of the bar extend through the vertically oriented slots. The air spring is located under the horizontal plate. Connectors connect the bar to the axle housing so that when the air bag is inflated the second bracket, with the bar, is moved upwardly. The axle housing, being connected to the bar via the connectors is also drawn upwardly.
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