公开(公告)号：US20030098210A1

公开(公告)日：2003-05-29

申请号：US09994306

申请日：2001-11-26

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Troy A. Miller ,  Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer

IPC: F16F009/50

CPC classification number: F16F9/3485 ,  F16F9/3482 ,  F16F9/466 ,  F16F9/50

Abstract: A valve spool for a suspension damper comprises a body portion and a bridge connected to the body portion. The body portion has an upper edge, and the bridge extends at least partially beyond the upper edge of the body portion.

Abstract translation: 用于悬挂阻尼器的阀芯包括主体部分和连接到主体部分的桥。 主体部分具有上边缘，并且桥延伸至少部分地超过主体部分的上边缘。

公开(公告)号：US20020125454A1

公开(公告)日：2002-09-12

申请号：US10085857

申请日：2002-02-27

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Michael L. Oliver ,  Troy A. Miller ,  William C. Kruckemeyer

IPC: F16K001/00

CPC classification number: F16K3/265 ,  F16F9/46 ,  F16F9/50

Abstract: The problem of flow induced instability in a control valve for a vehicle damper is solved by a generally tubular shaped valve spool having an open, bridged, flow-through end, rather than side flow openings. The flow-through end of the spool has a narrow flat edge oriented perpendicularly to the axis of the spool, with an inside surface of the spool forming a 55 to 90 degree angle with the flat edge, and meeting the flat edge in a sharp corner.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆阻尼器的控制阀中的流动引起的不稳定性的问题通过具有开口，桥接，流通端而不是侧流开口的大致管状的阀芯来解决。 阀芯的流通端具有垂直于阀芯的轴线定向的窄扁平边缘，阀芯的内表面与平坦边缘形成55至90度的角度，并且在锋利的拐角处与平坦的边缘相遇 。

公开(公告)号：US20030159897A1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-28

申请号：US10082901

申请日：2002-02-26

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Todd A. Bishop ,  Eric L. Jensen

IPC: F16F009/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/061 ,  F16F9/3405 ,  F16F9/5126 ,  F16F9/537

Abstract: The invention provides a vehicle damper assembly and a method for modulating fluid flow through the same. The assembly includes a housing including a fluid carried therein. A piston is slidably carried in the housing and includes a ring and a core. At least one gap to allow fluid flow is formed between the ring and core. A rod is operably attached to the piston. The ring moves axially with respect to the core to vary the gap size and modulate fluid flow during operation of the assembly. The method includes axially moving a ring with respect to a core during assembly operation. At least one gap size is varied based on the axial movement, wherein the gap is formed between the ring and core.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种车辆阻尼器组件和用于调节流过其的流体流动的方法。 该组件包括壳体，其包括承载在其中的流体。 活塞可滑动地承载在壳体中并且包括环和芯。 在环和芯之间形成至少一个允许流体流动的间隙。 杆可操作地附接到活塞。 环相对于芯轴向移动以改变间隙尺寸并且在组件的操作期间调节流体流动。 该方法包括在组装操作期间相对于芯轴向移动环。 至少一个间隙尺寸基于轴向移动而变化，其中间隙形成在环和芯之间。

公开(公告)号：US20030085086A1

公开(公告)日：2003-05-08

申请号：US10035642

申请日：2001-11-07

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Eric L. Jensen ,  Ronald G. Smith

IPC: F16F009/53

CPC classification number: B62D7/224 ,  F16F9/535

Abstract: A damper for dampening vibrations of a rotatable steering shaft of a motor vehicle comprises a rotor and means for rotating the rotor at a rate proportional to and greater than rotation of the steering shaft. Magnetorheological fluid is disposed at least partially around the rotor, and has a viscosity variable to vary a load on the rotor.

公开(公告)号：US20020125085A1

公开(公告)日：2002-09-12

申请号：US09800028

申请日：2001-03-06

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Mark Bodie ,  Ronald G. Smith JR. ,  James E. Dingle

IPC: F16D057/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/3207 ,  B60G3/12 ,  B60G7/02 ,  B60G13/001 ,  B60G2200/132 ,  B60G2202/22 ,  B60G2204/128 ,  B60G2204/129 ,  B60G2206/41 ,  B60G2206/422 ,  B60G2500/11 ,  F16F9/003 ,  F16F9/145 ,  F16F9/52 ,  Y10T29/4998

Abstract: A rotary damper for use in motor vehicle suspensions comprising a rotor disposed within damping fluid in a fluid chamber of a casing to form inner fluid volume and outer fluid volume, with first valve and second valve for controlling flow between the inner fluid volume and the outer fluid volume, and an accumulator using closed cell foam as a compressible material for fluid fill variation and thermal expansion. First valve controls flow from the outer fluid volume to the inner fluid volume for one direction of rotation of the rotor, while second valve controls flow from the inner fluid volume to the outer fluid volume for the opposite rotation of the rotor. Thus, the valves are configured to provide independent control of damping for each direction of rotation. A valve holder supporting the valves and providing flow passages is designed for powdered metallurgy fabrication.

Abstract translation: 一种用于机动车辆悬架的旋转阻尼器，包括设置在壳体的流体室中的阻尼流体内的转子，以形成内部流体体积和外部流体体积，第一阀和第二阀用于控制内部流体体积和外部流体体积之间的流动 流体体积和使用闭孔泡沫的储液器作为用于流体填充变化和热膨胀的可压缩材料。 第一阀控制从外部流体体积到转子的一个旋转方向的内部流体体积的流动，而第二阀控制从内部流体体积流到外部流体体积，以使转子相反旋转。 因此，阀构造成为每个旋转方向提供独立的阻尼控制。 支撑阀门并提供流动通道的阀座被设计用于粉末冶金制造。

公开(公告)号：US20040040806A1

公开(公告)日：2004-03-04

申请号：US10235049

申请日：2002-09-04

Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Todd A. Bishop ,  Eric L. Jensen

IPC: F16F009/00

CPC classification number: B60G17/044 ,  Y10S267/02

Abstract: A suspension damper comprises a cylinder tube and a control partition. The cylinder tube is disposed within a reservoir tube to define a fluid reservoir, and has at least one first hole. The control partition is disposed in the fluid reservoir, and communicates with the at least one hole.

Abstract translation: 悬架阻尼器包括气缸管和控制分隔件。 缸筒设置在储存管内以限定流体储存器，并且具有至少一个第一孔。 控制分隔件设置在流体容器中，并与至少一个孔连通。

公开(公告)号：US20020175017A1

公开(公告)日：2002-11-28

申请号：US09865938

申请日：2001-05-25

Applicant: Delphi Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： Ronald G. Smith JR. ,  Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Troy A. Miller

IPC: B62D009/00

CPC classification number: B62D7/224 ,  F16F9/535 ,  F16F2232/02

Abstract: A vehicle steering system includes a steering wheel and a steering shaft coupled between the steering wheel and wheels of the vehicle. The shaft is operable for rotating when the steering wheel is turned to thereby turn the vehicle wheels. A vibration damping system for absorbing vibrations in the steering wheel and shaft includes a rotor coupled to the steering shaft to rotate with the shaft and a case surrounding the rotor and a clutch surface proximate the rotor. A magnetic circuit generates a magnetic flux in the rotor. The rotor is operable to engage the clutch surface and thereby vibrationally couple the steering shaft to the case to absorb vibrations in the shaft, and when a magnetic flux is generated therein, to disengage the clutch surface so that the steering shaft may more freely rotate.

Abstract translation: 车辆转向系统包括方向盘和联接在车辆的方向盘和车轮之间的转向轴。 当方向盘转动从而转动车轮时，该轴可操作以转动。 用于吸收方向盘和轴中的振动的减振系统包括转子，该转子联接到转向轴以与轴一起旋转，以及围绕转子的壳体和靠近转子的离合器表面。 磁路在转子中产生磁通量。 转子可操作以接合离合器表面，从而将转向轴振动耦合到壳体以吸收轴中的振动，并且当其中产生磁通量时，使离合器表面脱离，使得转向轴可以更自由地旋转。

公开(公告)号：US20020166713A1

公开(公告)日：2002-11-14

申请号：US09851464

申请日：2001-05-08

Applicant: Delphi Technologies, Inc

Inventor： Ronald G. Smith JR. ,  William C. Kruckemeyer ,  Michael L. Oliver

IPC: B62D005/06

CPC classification number: B62D5/22 ,  B62D5/062 ,  B62D7/22

Abstract: A damper for a vehicle rack and pinion-type power steering system reduces or eliminates high frequency and low amplitude vibrations commonly associated with high-speed steering wheel shake. The damper includes a hydraulically actuated clutch that is energized by a spring in the damper. The damper locks or inhibits rotation of a steering shaft coupled to the rack and pinion assembly while the vehicle is traveling straight down the road to absorb the input energy and cancel any vibration from the wheels, suspension or road. The clutch is released when there is any steering wheel input from the operator. Increased pressure from the power steering pump as a result of steering wheel input increases the pressure in the damper to compress a spring and release the multi-disk clutch. This allows the steering system to behave in an acceptable manner by not adding any friction or extra force requirements to the driver and providing acceptable feel and return to center characteristics for the steering system.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆齿条和小齿轮型动力转向系统的阻尼器减少或消除通常与高速方向盘摇动相关联的高频和低振幅振动。 阻尼器包括由阻尼器中的弹簧激励的液压致动离合器。 当车辆沿着道路行进时，阻尼器锁定或禁止联接到齿条和小齿轮组件的转向轴的旋转，以吸收输入能量并抵消来自车轮，悬架或道路的任何振动。 当操作员有任何方向盘输入时，离合器被释放。 作为方向盘输入的结果，来自动力转向泵的增加的压力增加了阻尼器中的压力以压缩弹簧并释放多盘离合器。 这允许转向系统以可接受的方式行为，不向驾驶员增加任何摩擦力或额外的力量要求，并提供可接受的感觉并返回到转向系统的中心特性。

公开(公告)号：US20020130002A1

公开(公告)日：2002-09-19

申请号：US09809455

申请日：2001-03-15

Applicant: Delphi Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： Patrick Neil Hopkins ,  Frank M. Robinson ,  Michael W. Hurtt ,  William Charles Kruckemeyer ,  Michael L. Oliver

IPC: F16F009/53 ,  F16F009/36

CPC classification number: F16F9/36 ,  F16F9/067 ,  F16F9/535

Abstract: A magneto-rheological (nullMRnull) damper having a gas cup that slidably moves within a damper body tube and isolates an MR fluid from a gas in one end of the damper body tube. The gas cup has a dynamic seal that comprises an MR fluid compatible O-ring located in a narrow O-ring groove disposed in an outer surface of the gas cup. The narrow O-ring groove is sized to reduce entrapment of abrasive magnetic particles in the MR fluid between the O-ring and an inner surface of the damper body tube. The O-ring groove has a free roll room of about less than 12%.

Abstract translation: 磁流变学（“MR”）阻尼器具有可在阻尼体内管内滑动运动的气杯，并将MR流体与阻尼体管一端的气体隔离。 气杯具有动态密封，其包括位于气杯的外表面中的窄O形环槽中的与MR流体相容的O形环。 狭窄的O形环槽的尺寸被设计成减小在O形环和阻尼器体管的内表面之间的MR流体中的研磨磁性颗粒的夹带。 O形圈凹槽具有大约小于12％的自由滚动室。

公开(公告)号：US20020108826A1

公开(公告)日：2002-08-15

申请号：US10044615

申请日：2002-01-11

Applicant: Delphi Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： Troy A. Miller ,  Michael L. Oliver ,  William C. Kruckemeyer

IPC: F16F009/49

CPC classification number: B60G17/08 ,  B60G17/0152 ,  B60G2206/41 ,  B60G2400/60 ,  B60G2400/61 ,  B60G2400/821 ,  B60G2500/112 ,  B60G2600/184 ,  F16F9/3228 ,  F16F9/3482 ,  F16F9/461 ,  F16F9/466 ,  F16F9/512 ,  F16F9/516 ,  F16F2230/183

Abstract: A damper includes a piston that carries a relatively compact control valve for controlling fluid flow through the piston. The control valve provides a variable amount of damping by regulating damper fluid flow between the extension chamber and the compression chamber of the damper during extension and compression strokes. Pressure regulation across the piston is controlled through a flow path as determined by the control valve. The damping force of the damper varies depending upon the loading conditions of the vehicle. The control valve is air pressure actuated to adjust the damping force and control the flow of fluid in the flow path. The piston and rod assembly include unique features such as a seal plate design, and spring retainer that aid in the efficient and reliable assembly in a commercial production setting.

Abstract translation: 阻尼器包括一个活塞，该活塞承载相对紧凑的控制阀，用于控制通过活塞的流体流动。 控制阀通过在延伸和压缩冲程期间调节阻尼器在延伸室和阻尼器的压缩室之间的阻尼流体流动来提供可变量的阻尼。 通过由控制阀确定的流路来控制整个活塞的压力调节。 阻尼器的阻尼力根据车辆的负载条件而变化。 控制阀被气压致动以调节阻尼力并控制流路中流体的流动。 活塞和杆组件包括独特的特征，例如密封板设计和弹簧保持器，其有助于在商业生产环境中有效且可靠地组装。