Ring and rotor coupling assembly
US8182349B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F1/028
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupling assembly includes a first coupling end operably connectable to a first shaft and a second coupling end operably connectable to a second shaft. A coupling body of a plastic material is located between and operably connected to the first coupling end and to the second coupling end. The coupling body includes at least one spring segment allowing relative motion between the first coupling end and the second coupling end along a coupling assembly axis. Also disclosed is a vehicle steering system utilizing the coupling assembly.
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