Tubular member having multiple sized splines
US8186199B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49805
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A driveshaft assembly includes a tubular slip member having a first spline member having a plurality of splines formed thereon having a first tolerance and a second spline member having a plurality of spline sections. The plurality of spline sections includes a plurality of splines formed thereon having a second tolerance. The second spline member cooperates with the first spline member. A zone is disposed on the second spline member and has a first profile. The zone is disposed adjacent to at least one of the plurality of spline sections of the second spline member, and the first profile defines a clearance relative to the first spline member.
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