Passive tuned vibration absorber
US8646497B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 16, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C7/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A passive tuned vibration absorber is used to attenuate unwanted vibrations in the spokes of a non-pneumatic tire and wheel assembly. Each spoke has a cutaway central portion having a tuned vibration absorber n the form of a protruding member having an axial width and a radial height and the radial height of the protruding member is less than a radial height of the spoke. Additionally, a method of determining the vibrational characteristics of the spokes of a non-pneumatic tire and wheel assembly is included.
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