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Live twist beam axle assembly

US7425006B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 11, 2006
Grant dateSep 16, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 29, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2200/422
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A drive axle and suspension assembly for a vehicle having a power source and wheels including a torsionally compliant twist beam suspension and a driveline assembly. The twist beam includes a twist element defining a first lateral axis and arm portions adapted to rotatably support the wheels of the vehicle along a second axis extending substantially parallel to the first axis. The driveline assembly is adapted to receive torque from the power source and drive the wheels. The driveline assembly includes a plurality of power transmission rotatably supported by arm portions.

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