Friction control apparatus for vehicle suspension
US8141891B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2500/40
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle suspension friction control apparatus includes a first link having a first end and a second end, and a second link having a first end and a second end. The first end of the first link is mounted to one of a steering knuckle or a lower control arm connected to a lower part of the steering knuckle. The first end of the second link is mounted to the other of the steering knuckle or the lower control arm. A friction control joint connects the second end of the first link and the second end of the second link for controlling friction between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm.
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