Flexible sleeve, gas spring assembly and method
US8899561B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/13
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flexible sleeve dimensioned for securement to an associated end member for an associated gas spring assembly includes a flexible wall. An annular reinforcement member is embedded within the flexible wall. A retainment element that includes an element surface is disposed along the flexible wall such that at least the element surface is outwardly exposed. At least one gas spring piston, at least one gas spring assembly and at least one method are also included.
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