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Shock isolation cradle

US7513516B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 23, 2006
Grant dateApr 7, 2009
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2300/07
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for supporting a payload within a vehicle, especially a land vehicle. In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a cradle that permits the payload to translate fore and aft during sudden decelerations of the vehicle, such as when an off road vehicle runs into an obstacle. Preferably, the payload motion is damped by dampeners that couple the payload to the vehicle.

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