Balanced driveshaft assembly and method
US7997989B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/12757
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A balanced driveshaft assembly that includes a driveshaft and a composite weight. The driveshaft has a shaft member and a pair of cardan joints that are coupled to the opposite ends of the shaft member. The shaft member is formed of a first material. The composite weight is fixed to the shaft member, and includes an insert and a body. The insert is formed of a second material that is denser than the first material and is encapsulated in the body. The body is formed of the first material. A composite weight and a method for forming a balanced driveshaft assembly are also provided.
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