公开(公告)号：US06685569B2

公开(公告)日：2004-02-03

申请号：US09783466

申请日：2001-02-14

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Chris Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Chris Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

IPC: F16D328

CPC classification number: F16D3/382

Abstract: An universal joint dissipates shock and reduces torsional vibration to the elements of the universal joint. An elastomeric material, such as a polyurethane, is introduced between the bores of the yokes of the joint and the respective adjacent bearing cups that are mounted on the shafts of the cross bar.

Abstract translation: 通用联轴器消除冲击并减少万向接头元件的扭转振动。 诸如聚氨酯的弹性体材料被引入到接头的轭的孔和安装在横杆的轴上的各个相邻的轴承杯之间。

公开(公告)号：US20060258467A1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-16

申请号：US11125965

申请日：2005-05-10

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja

IPC: F16D3/16

CPC classification number: F16D3/385 ,  F16D3/41

Abstract: A universal joint includes a seal assembly that is positioned between each trunnion and a corresponding cup. The seal assembly includes a resilient seal that engages an inner surface of the cup and an outer surface of the trunnion. A deflector provides a snap fit for attaching the cup to the trunnion. The deflector is formed form a rigid and deformable material that protects the resilient seal from contamination, in addition to retaining the cup to the trunnion.

Abstract translation: 万向接头包括位于每个耳轴和相应的杯之间的密封组件。 密封组件包括接合杯的内表面和耳轴的外表面的弹性密封件。 偏转器提供用于将杯子连接到耳轴的卡扣配合。 偏转器形成为刚性且可变形的材料，除了将杯保持在耳轴之外，保护弹性密封免受污染。

公开(公告)号：US20050054454A1

公开(公告)日：2005-03-10

申请号：US10659551

申请日：2003-09-10

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja

IPC: F16C3/03 ,  F16D3/84 ,  F16C3/00

CPC classification number: F16D3/848 ,  F16C3/03

Abstract: A driveshaft assembly includes a common male component and a female component in engagement with the male component. The female component includes a yoke, a configurable segment and a receptacle member. The configurable segment provides a length that corresponds to a desired vehicle driveshaft length.

Abstract translation: 驱动轴组件包括与阳部件接合的公共阳部件和阴部件。 阴部件包括轭，可配置段和插座构件。 可配置段提供对应于所需车辆驱动轴长度的长度。

公开(公告)号：US06571903B2

公开(公告)日：2003-06-03

申请号：US09858965

申请日：2001-05-16

Applicant: Ronald N. Brissette ,  James R. Hawkins ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Patrick Kurzeja ,  Christos T. Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

Inventor： Ronald N. Brissette ,  James R. Hawkins ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Patrick Kurzeja ,  Christos T. Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

IPC: B60K1700

CPC classification number: B60G7/003 ,  B60G9/00 ,  B60G2200/314 ,  B60G2200/464 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2204/143 ,  B60G2204/1482 ,  B60G2206/1116 ,  B60K17/16

Abstract: A suspension for a heavy duty vehicle is provided that includes a frame. A lower linkage is supported by the frame at a first pivotal connection. A drive axle assembly is supported by a lower linkage at a second pivotal connection. The drive axle assembly includes an input shaft defining a pinion angle. An upper linkage interconnects the drive axle assembly and the frame at third and fourth pivotal connections, respectively. The upper linkage includes an adjustment member, such as a turnbuckle, for modifying the length of the upper linkage to obtain a predetermined pinion angle. In this manner, the pinion angle may be adjusted upon assembly of the suspension system. Furthermore, by permitting the drive axle assembly to pivotally move relative to the linkages, the pinion angle may be maintained during suspension movement.

公开(公告)号：US06490540B1

公开(公告)日：2002-12-03

申请号：US09713093

申请日：2000-11-15

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

IPC: G01C1700

CPC classification number: G01C1/00 ,  B60G17/0152 ,  B60G17/016 ,  B60G17/0195 ,  B60G2300/02 ,  B60G2400/252

Abstract: A system measures multiple operational angles of a driveline assembly and compares the signals to each other to determine whether the angles and the respective driveline components are properly balanced. Different types of sensor assemblies can be used to measure the operational angles including various types of contact and non-contact sensors. In one example, the operational angle between one axle differential case and a corresponding universal joint can be compared to the operational angle between another axle differential case and corresponding universal joint mounted at an opposite end of the driveline. If the angles are equal or very close to one another than the angles are properly balanced. If the ratio between the two angles exceeds a predetermined limit, the driveline components are not properly balanced and the components can be repositioned to avoid premature wear.

Abstract translation: 系统测量传动系组件的多个操作角度并将信号彼此比较以确定角度和相应的传动系统部件是否被适当平衡。 可以使用不同类型的传感器组件来测量操作角度，包括各种类型的接触和非接触传感器。 在一个示例中，可以将一个轴差速器壳体和相应的万向接头之间的操作角度与另一个轴差速器壳体和安装在传动系统的相对端处的相应的万向节之间的操作角度进行比较。 如果角度相等或非常接近于角度适当平衡。 如果两个角度之间的比例超过预定极限，则传动部件不能适当地平衡，并且可以重新定位部件以避免过早磨损。

公开(公告)号：US06345826B1

公开(公告)日：2002-02-12

申请号：US09602533

申请日：2000-06-23

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Chris Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Chris Keeney ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

IPC: B60G1701

CPC classification number: B60G9/00 ,  B60G17/016 ,  B60G17/0195 ,  B60G17/0523 ,  B60G2202/15 ,  B60G2300/02 ,  B60G2400/95 ,  B60G2500/202 ,  B60G2800/91 ,  Y10T464/50

Abstract: A method for automatically controlling angles in a driveline of a vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle includes an air-wide suspension system, and the driveline includes a drive shaft driven through a universal joint. The universal joint produces a rotational velocity that is detected by a sensor of a control assembly. A controller, also part of the control assembly, converts the rotational velocity into alternating rotational acceleration and deceleration of the drive shaft. Once quantified, the acceleration and deceleration of the drive shaft is compared to determine any changes in rotational acceleration. In response to any changes in rotational acceleration, the air-ride suspension system is adjusted to control the driveline angle at one end of the drive shaft such that the driveline angle at one end is balanced relative to the driveline angle at the other end of the drive shaft, and noise, vibration, fatigue, or failure of the drive shaft is reduced.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于自动控制车辆的传动系统中的角度的方法。 车辆包括空气悬架系统，传动系包括通过万向接头驱动的驱动轴。 万向节产生由控制组件的传感器检测的旋转速度。 控制器也是控制组件的一部分，将旋转速度转换成驱动轴的交替旋转加速和减速。 一旦量化，驱动轴的加速和减速被比较以确定旋转加速度的任何变化。 响应于旋转加速度的任何变化，调节空中悬挂系统以控制驱动轴的一端处的传动系统角度，使得一端的传动系角度相对于传动系统的另一端处的传动系统角平衡 传动轴，传动轴的噪音，振动，疲劳或故障减少。

公开(公告)号：US06557659B1

公开(公告)日：2003-05-06

申请号：US09661838

申请日：2000-09-14

Applicant: Patrick Kurzeja ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

Inventor： Patrick Kurzeja ,  Jim Hawkins ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Jack Darrin Oates ,  Tom Sanko

IPC: B60K1735

CPC classification number: B60K17/36 ,  B60K17/22 ,  F16D3/74 ,  F16F15/124

Abstract: A driveline assembly for interconnecting one driveline component to another driveline component includes a vibration dampening mechanism. The vibration dampening mechanism is installed between a universal joint member and a companion flange. The universal joint member is coupled to a driveshaft and the companion flange is coupled to a drive axle member. A resilient member is secured between the universal joint and the companion flange for absorbing vibrations transmitted between the axle member and the driveshaft. Together the universal joint and companion flange define a central axis. The resilient member is compressible in a linear direction along the central axis to absorb vibrations.

Abstract translation: 用于将一个传动系部件与另一传动系部件相互连接的传动系组件包括减振机构。 振动阻尼机构安装在万向节和配对法兰之间。 万向接头构件联接到驱动轴，并且伴随法兰联接到驱动轴构件。 弹性构件固定在万向接头和配对法兰之间，用于吸收在轴构件和驱动轴之间传递的振动。 万向节和伴随法兰一起定义一个中心轴。 弹性构件沿着中心轴线在线性方向上可压缩以吸收振动。