Torque transmitting shaft
US9945415B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7032
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque transmitting shaft includes a first member and a second member. The first member extends along an axis and has an inner surface extending between a first end and a second end. The inner surface defines a plurality of first engagement elements disposed proximate the first end. The second member extends along the second axis and has a first end portion and an intermediate portion extending from the first end portion. An end of the intermediate portion is fixedly attached to the second end. The first end portion has a first spline portion and each member of the first spline portion is received within corresponding engagement elements of the plurality of first engagement elements.
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