Split-frame for heavy trucks
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United States of America Patent
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Aug 2, 2005
Issued Date -
N/A
app pub date -
Mar 23, 2001
filing date -
Jan 29, 1999
priority date (Note) -
Expired
status (Latency Note)
Importance
Abstract
A split-frame, heavy truck, suspension system for trucks that haul trailers made of three moveable interlocked rigid frames referred to as the front frame, rear frame, and interconnecting frame. The front frame supports the cab, engine, and transmission. The rear primary frame supports the drive axle and fifth wheel. The rear end of the interconnecting frame is pivotally mounted to the rear frame whereby the rear frame may rotate about a transverse axis. The front end of the interconnecting frame is mounted to the front frame in a manner that permits the interconnecting frame to rotate and pivot along its longitudinal axis relative to the front frame. Hydraulic cylinders are used to dampen vibrations and oscillations within this split-frame structure. An alternative embodiment allows the front frame to connect directly to the rear frame.
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