Cylinder assembly using a shim
US9217473B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 22, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4927
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cylinder assembly includes a housing defining first and second outer cylindrical surfaces having a longitudinal axis and a shim having a retaining ring fitted over the first outer cylindrical surface. The shim includes a plurality of connector spokes extending from the retaining ring, and a corresponding plurality of shim elements configured at the ends of the plurality of connector spokes. The connector spokes extend radially from the retaining ring relative to the longitudinal axis when the shim is in a pre-installation configuration. The connector spokes are bendable such that the shim elements extend longitudinally and are positioned next to the second outer cylindrical surface when the shim is in an installation configuration. Shims, methods of assembly, bicycles and other components are also provided.
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