Systems and methods for weight transfer in a vehicle
US8313111B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61F5/36
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for weight transfer in a vehicle are provided. One system includes a plurality of springs and a plurality of movable spring seats configured to adjust a length of the plurality of springs. Additionally, a pneumatic actuator is provided that is connected to the plurality of movable springs and configured to move the movable spring seats to adjust the length of the plurality of springs. Further, a controller is provided that is coupled to the pneumatic actuator to control the pneumatic actuator to adjust the length of the plurality of springs.
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