公开(公告)号：US5833383A

公开(公告)日：1998-11-10

申请号：US899185

申请日：1997-07-23

Applicant: Walter Douglas Bauman

Inventor： Walter Douglas Bauman

IPC: F16C11/06

CPC classification number: F16C11/069 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/32786 ,  Y10T403/32795

Abstract: A ball socket connector particularly adapted for connecting a gas spring shaft with a vehicle so that the gas spring may be used to hold open the vehicle's truck lid, deck lid, hood, lift glass, hatch door (in hatch type vehicles) or the rear door or gate (in minivan or sports utility type vehicles). A manually slidable plate, which is mounted on and slidable with respect to the connector body, retains the ball on a ball stud in an internal cavity in a connector body. The ball stud projects from the internal cavity through an elongated open slot in the connector body so as to permit the ball socket connector to provide four degrees of freedom of motion between the gas spring and vehicle.

Abstract translation: 一种球窝连接器，特别适用于将气弹簧轴与车辆连接，使得气弹簧可用于保持打开车辆的卡车盖，甲板盖，罩，升降玻璃，舱口门（舱口型车辆）或后部 门或门（在小型货车或运动型车辆中）。 相对于连接器主体安装并可滑动的手动滑动板将球保持在连接器主体中的内部空腔中的球头螺栓上。 球形突起从内腔通过连接器主体中的细长的开口槽突出，以允许球窝连接器在气弹簧和车辆之间提供四个运动自由度。

公开(公告)号：US5676484A

公开(公告)日：1997-10-14

申请号：US780713

申请日：1997-01-08

Applicant: James B. Chamberlin ,  David Laws

Inventor： James B. Chamberlin ,  David Laws

IPC: F16C11/06

CPC classification number: F16C11/0657 ,  F16C11/0614 ,  Y10T29/49661 ,  Y10T403/32196 ,  Y10T403/32631

Abstract: A connector assembly with a connector body molded directly about a captive ball formed on a separate shaft, where the shaft and connector are attached to separate bodies which move relative to each other. This assembly retains an essentially zero clearance fit between the ball and the connector so as to prevent rattling between the parts from vibrations. This zero clearance fit is achieved at a much lower cost than comparable quality connectors due to higher diametric tolerances for the ball component. Higher diametric tolerances do not affect the final fit because the connector is molded directly about the ball.

Abstract translation: 一种连接器组件，其具有直接围绕形成在单独的轴上的捕获球模制的连接器主体，其中所述轴和连接器附接到相对于彼此移动的分离的主体。 该组件在球和连接器之间保持基本上为零的间隙配合，以防止部件之间的震动发生振动。 由于球部件的较高的直径公差，这种零间隙配合以比同类的质量连接器低得多的成本实现。 更高的直径公差不会影响最终配合，因为连接器直接围绕球模制。

公开(公告)号：US5417512A

公开(公告)日：1995-05-23

申请号：US147721

申请日：1993-11-04

Applicant: James B. Chamberlin

Inventor： James B. Chamberlin

IPC: F16C11/06 ,  F16G11/00 ,  F16B17/00

CPC classification number: F16C11/069 ,  Y10T29/49648 ,  Y10T403/32606 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/32737 ,  Y10T403/49 ,  Y10T403/4958 ,  Y10T403/4966

Abstract: A captive ball and end connector assembly having an annular bearing half positioned within the cavity is disclosed. The bearing half has an inner spherical surface on which are disposed a plurality of crush elements or ribs, and a bottom planar surface on which is disposed an annular crush element or rib. The plurality of crush elements crush against the spherical surface of the captive ball, and the annular crush element crushes against an annular shoulder in the cavity to retain the ball within the cavity with a zero clearance. A ball retaining ring is disposed within a groove in the cavity and bears against the bearing half to hold the ball firmly in the cavity.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种固定球和端部连接器组件，其具有位于空腔内的环形轴承半部。 轴承半部具有内球面，多个挤压元件或肋设置有内球面，底面平面设置有环形破碎元件或肋。 多个压碎元件挤压在捕获球的球形表面上，并且环形挤压元件抵靠空腔中的环形肩部，以将球保持在空腔内，具有零间隙。 球保持环设置在空腔中的凹槽内并且抵靠轴承半部以将球牢固地保持在空腔中。

公开(公告)号：US5372446A

公开(公告)日：1994-12-13

申请号：US81851

申请日：1993-06-23

Applicant: James B. Chamberlin

Inventor： James B. Chamberlin

IPC: F16C11/06 ,  F16F9/54 ,  F16C11/00

CPC classification number: F16C11/069 ,  F16F9/54 ,  Y10T403/32196 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/32745 ,  Y10T403/32811

Abstract: A captive ball and end connector assembly having a spring wire split, ball retaining ring positioned within the socket. The ball retaining ring is movable to an expanded position so as to enable the ball to be inserted through the ring. After the ball has been inserted, the ring then presses against the ball and a shoulder in the socket so as to hold the ball firmly in the socket. The ball shaft may be inserted into the socket so that its threaded end may selectively project from the socket in either one of two directions. The ball retaining ring may be returned to its expanded position, whereby the ball may be removed from the socket, by the use of a tool manipulated from without the socket.

Abstract translation: 一种具有弹簧丝分离的固定球和端部连接器组件，球保持环定位在插座内。 球保持环可移动到扩张位置，以使球能够穿过环插入。 在球被插入之后，环然后将球和肩膀压在插座中，以将球牢固地保持在插座中。 球轴可以插入到插座中，使得其螺纹端可以在两个方向中的任一方向上选择性地从插座突出。 球保持环可以返回到其膨胀位置，由此可以通过使用从没有插座操作的工具将球从插座中移除。

公开(公告)号：US4768895A

公开(公告)日：1988-09-06

申请号：US59760

申请日：1987-06-08

Applicant: George C. Ludwig ,  Alexander J. Craig, Jr.

Inventor： George C. Ludwig ,  Alexander J. Craig, Jr.

IPC: F16C11/06 ,  F16F9/54 ,  F16C11/00

CPC classification number: F16C11/0619 ,  F16C11/0604 ,  F16C11/0614 ,  F16F9/54 ,  Y10T403/1666 ,  Y10T403/32204 ,  Y10T403/32631

Abstract: A captive ball in a socket joint made with a minimum number of units capable of mass production and readily assembled with minimum labor. The ball and socket structure enables easy connection of the ball component to a machine element via open access to the ball component for a power driven tool, such as a pneumatic, rotary driver. The socket unit is a single unitary lug-shaped stamping made from flat sheet metal in which a socket recess with a spherical bottom is stamped or formed with a slotted aperture therethrough. The ball unit is a single unitary screw the head of which is ball-shaped and includes an integral drive device in the ball head. The screw-threaded shank of the ball unit projects through the socket unit aperture with the ball-head received in the socket recess. The slotted aperture permits universal swiveling movement of the ball unit relative to the socket unit. A nut, on the ball unit renders the ball unit captive in the socket unit. The nut is retained in the desired position by conventional cement, lock thread formation or other well known self locking screw and nut structure.

Abstract translation: 在一个插座接头中的一个俘虏球，最少数量的装置可以批量生产，并且能够以最小的劳动力轻松组装。 球形和插座结构使得能够通过打开进入用于诸如气动旋转驱动器的动力驱动工具的球部件轻松地将球部件连接到机器元件。 插座单元是由平板金属制成的单个整体的凸耳状冲压件，其中具有球形底部的插座凹槽被冲压或形成有穿过其的开槽孔。 球单元是单个单一螺丝，其头部是球形的，并且包括球头中的一体式驱动装置。 球单元的螺纹柄部通过插座单元孔突出，球头容纳在插座凹槽中。 开槽孔允许球单元相对于插座单元的通用旋转运动。 球形单元上的螺母将球单元固定在插座单元中。 螺母通过常规水泥，锁定螺纹形成或其他众所周知的自锁螺钉和螺母结构保持在所需位置。

公开(公告)号：US07267390B2

公开(公告)日：2007-09-11

申请号：US11110391

申请日：2005-04-20

Applicant: Chihping Kuan ,  Joseph Benjamin Saxon ,  Shelley Lynn Bolbrugge ,  Adam Kyle Cramton ,  Enrico Fin ,  Jack R. Roach ,  Karim Dayoub ,  Walter Douglas Bauman

Inventor： Chihping Kuan ,  Joseph Benjamin Saxon ,  Shelley Lynn Bolbrugge ,  Adam Kyle Cramton ,  Enrico Fin ,  Jack R. Roach ,  Karim Dayoub ,  Walter Douglas Bauman

IPC: B60J5/10

CPC classification number: B62D25/12 ,  E05D3/122 ,  E05F15/614 ,  E05Y2201/62 ,  E05Y2201/716 ,  E05Y2201/72 ,  E05Y2800/21 ,  E05Y2800/22 ,  E05Y2900/548

Abstract: A vehicle decklid system uses a planetary gear drive to move a decklid relative to a vehicle body. The planetary gear drive includes a rotatable gear that is disposed between two fixed gears. One fixed gear is rigidly mounted to the decklid and one fixed gear is rigidly mounted to the vehicle body. A rotating link connects centers of the rotatable gear and two fixed gears. The combination of the planetary gear drive and rotating link make it possible to provide powered complex, two-dimensional motion of the decklid requiring a four-bar linkage.

Abstract translation: 车辆甲板系统使用行星齿轮传动装置相对于车身移动甲板。 行星齿轮传动装置包括设置在两个固定齿轮之间的可旋转齿轮。 一个固定齿轮刚性地安装在甲板上，一个固定齿轮刚性地安装在车体上。 旋转连杆连接可旋转齿轮的中心和两个固定齿轮。 行星齿轮传动和旋转连杆的组合使得可以提供需要四杆连杆的甲板的动力复杂的二维运动。

公开(公告)号：US20060284354A1

公开(公告)日：2006-12-21

申请号：US11154778

申请日：2005-06-16

Applicant: Walter Bauman ,  Mark Rose

Inventor： Walter Bauman ,  Mark Rose

IPC: F16F5/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/0245 ,  F16F2222/06

Abstract: A gas spring assembly is used to control movement of a vehicle body panel. The gas spring assembly includes a magnetic collar that allows an end user to position an intermediate stop position at a desired location. The magnetic collar is externally supported on a tube of the gas spring assembly. The end user selectively adjusts the intermediate stop position by moving the magnetic collar relative to the tube. The gas spring assembly includes a piston that is received within the tube and connected to a rod. The rod moves relative to the tube between a fully extended position and a fully compressed position. The magnetic collar includes a magnet that cooperates with the piston assembly to stop and hold the vehicle body panel at the intermediate stop position as the rod moves from the fully compressed position toward the fully extended position.

公开(公告)号：US5722643A

公开(公告)日：1998-03-03

申请号：US612278

申请日：1996-03-07

Applicant: James B. Chamberlin ,  Alfred W. Siman

Inventor： James B. Chamberlin ,  Alfred W. Siman

IPC: F16F9/02 ,  F16F9/52

CPC classification number: F16F9/526 ,  F16F9/02 ,  F16F9/0218 ,  F16F2222/02

Abstract: A gas spring includes a piston assembly or pack having an additional seal, pressure relief valve, and check valve that increases the output force of the gas spring. Various temperature compensation structures, also added to the piston pack, permits this increase to vary from zero at higher ambient temperatures to a maximum value at very cold temperatures thus achieving a temperature compensation, which varies, in an analog manner, inversely in response to the temperature changes.

Abstract translation: 气弹簧包括具有增加气弹簧的输出力的附加密封件，减压阀和止回阀的活塞组件或组件。 也添加到活塞组件中的各种温度补偿结构允许这种增加在较高环境温度下从零变化到在非常低的温度下的最大值，从而实现温度补偿，其以类似的方式相应地响应于 温度变化。

公开(公告)号：US4635908A

公开(公告)日：1987-01-13

申请号：US425565

申请日：1982-09-28

Applicant: George C. Ludwig

Inventor： George C. Ludwig

IPC: F16F9/02 ,  F16F9/58 ,  F16F5/00 ,  F16F9/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/0218 ,  F16F9/585

Abstract: A pneumatic spring counterbalance extensible link including a closed end cylinder with an end connector a piston and rod assembly within the cylinder and maintained therein by the crimped over end portion of the cylinder retaining a rod bushing and rod to cylinder seal. The cylinder is pressurized prior to assembly of the complete piston and rod into the cylinder. The piston assembly includes orifice by-pass arrangements either in the piston periphery or in a piston ring, and the piston may include a fail-safe provision in the event the orifice is clogged. A crimping die assembly is used in assembling and completing final assembly of the counterbalance components while simultaneously maintaining the link in a pressurized environment, utilizing sealed arrangement between the crimping dies to maintain pressurization of the interior of the dies and the counterbalance components prior to assembly of the components. A dual force embodiment of the counterbalance unit is disclosed and utilizes a floating sealed piston below the main piston and rod assembly entrapping pre-charged gas in the space between the floating piston and the closed end of the cylinder.

Abstract translation: 一种气动弹簧平衡可伸缩连杆，包括具有端部连接器的封闭端部气缸，活塞和杆组件位于气缸内，并通过气缸的压接端部保持在其中，将杆衬套和杆保持为气缸密封。 在将完整的活塞和杆组装到气缸中之前，气缸被加压。 活塞组件包括在活塞周边或活塞环中的孔旁通装置，并且活塞在孔口堵塞的情况下可包括故障安全装置。 压接模具组件用于组装和完成平衡部件的最终组装，同时将连接件保持在加压环境中，利用压接模具之间的密封布置，以在组装之前保持模具内部和对称部件的加压 组件。 公开了平衡单元的双重力实施例，并且利用主活塞下方的浮动密封活塞和杆组件将预充气气体包围在浮动活塞和气缸的封闭端之间的空间中。

公开(公告)号：US06860670B2

公开(公告)日：2005-03-01

申请号：US10203120

申请日：2001-02-08

Applicant: Mark S. Jeffries

Inventor： Mark S. Jeffries

IPC: B60R5/04 ,  A61M39/00 ,  F16B21/07 ,  F16B21/12 ,  F16C1/14 ,  F16C11/06 ,  B60D1/06

CPC classification number: F16C1/14 ,  F16C11/069 ,  F16C2361/53 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/32737 ,  Y10T403/32803 ,  Y10T403/32811 ,  Y10T403/587 ,  Y10T403/7176

Abstract: The end connector assembly (12) for a gas spring (44) enables the connector body to be connected with and disconnected from a ball (14) on the end of a ball stud (16) by relatively moving the connector body (26) and ball along a path generally parallel with the longitudinal axis of the gas spring (44) to which the connector body (26) is connected. The ball (14) enters the connector body (26) through an opening (32) in the body's front surface, that is, the surface generally perpendicular to the gas spring's longitudinal axis. A slot in the body's bottom surface, that is, the surface facing the ball (14), accommodates the shaft portion (22) of the ball stud (16), adjacent the ball (14), as the ball moves into or out of the connector body (26) through the opening (32). A retainer clip is connected with the connector body (26) and is selectively movable between a first or open position where the ball may be admitted into or withdrawn from the connector body (26) and a second or closed position where the ball is secured within the connector body by the retainer clip (62).

Abstract translation: 用于气体弹簧（44）的端部连接器组件（12）使得连接器主体能够通过相对移动连接器主体（26）和与球头螺栓（16）的端部上的球体（14）连接和断开， 大致平行于连接器主体（26）连接到气弹簧（44）的纵向轴线的路径。 球（14）通过主体前表面中的开口（32），即大致垂直于气弹簧的纵向轴线的表面进入连接器主体（26）。 当球体移入或移出时，身体的底面中的槽，即面对球体（14）的表面容纳球头螺栓（16）的轴部分（22），邻近球体（14） 连接器主体（26）穿过开口（32）。 保持夹与连接器主体（26）连接，并且可选择性地在第一或打开位置之间移动，其中球可被允许进入或从连接器主体（26）中取出，并且第二或闭合位置可以在球内固定 所述连接器主体通过所述保持夹（62）。