Torsion profile for a twist beam axle and correspondingly equipped vehicle
US9315087B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2206/81
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torsion profile for a twist beam axle of a vehicle is provided and includes a base body having an open hollow cross section. The body comprises first and second end portions adjacent a central portion and a cross section having first and second limbs connected by a central web portion, the cross section having a U-shape or a V-shape. At least one of the limbs varies in length along the longitudinal axis of at least one of the first and second end portions. At least one of the limbs has a flange arranged on a free end thereof, the variation in length of the at least one limb providing the first and second end portions with a continuously varying cross section along the length of the base body.
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