Radlagereinheit

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Radlagereinheit (1) umfassend ein Radlager (2) mit einem Innenring (3) mit einer Innenringlaufbahn (4) und mit einem Außenring (5) mit einer Außenringlaufbahn (6) sowie mit Wälzkörperkugeln (7), die zwischen Innenring (3) und Außenring (5) wälzend gelagert in einem Käfig (8) voneinander beabstandet angeordnet sind. Der Innenring (3) ist zweiteilig ausgebildet und weist einen ersten Innenringteil (9) auf, der im Bereich seines einen axialen Endes einen sich radial nach außen erstreckenden Innenringflansch (10) aufweist und der an seinem zweiten axialen Ende ausgebildet ist einen zweiten Innenringteil (11) zur Bildung einer zweireihigen Innenringlaufbahn (4) aufzunehmen. Erfindungsgemäß sind der erste Innenringteil (9) und der zweite Innenringteil (11) nach dem Prinzip eine Welle-Nabe Verbindung verdrehsicher miteinander verbindbar ausgebildet.

WHEEL RIM WITH HUB PLATE

The present invention concerns a wheel rim and a method for making a wheel rim of the type suited for use on an agricultural or construction vehicle. The new feature of the wheel rim according to the invention is that the central hub plate at the outer periphery includes a number of tabs extending away from the centre of the central hub plate, where the second hub plate at its inner periphery also includes a number of tabs extending towards the centre of the hub plate, where the tabs fit between each other, where the tabs include holes arranged at the same pitch circle diameter and at right angles to the tabs. The second hub plate and the central hub plate can be produced from a single piece of suitable material. The two hub plate parts are then joined by bolts.

Vehicle wheel made of fibre-reinforced plastic.

Fahrzeugrad aus faserverstärktem Kunststoff mit einem die Funktion von Speichen übernehmenden Radstern (2) und einem zur Raddrehachse R zentrischen Nabenbereich (3) mit Befestigungsmitteln zum Anbringen des Rads an eine Fahrzeugradnabe. In radialer Richtung, zum Nabenbereich (3) anschliessend, folgt ein Speichenbereich, sowie ein äusserer Umfangsbereich U zum Verbinden mit einem Verbindungsbereich V der Felge (6). Der Umfangsbereich U ist dabei zumindest an den Enden der Speichen des Radsterns (2) ausgebildet, kann aber auch bei einem Radstern (2), der beispielsweise eine ringartige mit den Enden der Speichen verbundene oder zusammenhängende äussere Struktur aufweist, als durchgehend umlaufender Umfangbereich ausgebildet sein. Der Radstern (2) umfasst dabei ein inneres und ein äusseres Radsternblatt (8, 9), das jeweils aus faserverstärktem Kunststoff, beispielsweise aus einem mehrlagigen Grundlaminat aus faserverstärktem Polymerhalbzeug, besteht. Erfindungsgemäss wird dabei durch kraftschlüssige ...

ОБОД КОЛЕСА СО СТУПИЧНЫМ ДИСКОМ

Настоящее изобретение относится к ободу колеса и способу его изготовления, предназначенным для использования на сельскохозяйственном и строительном транспортном средстве. Центральный ступичный диск на наружной периферии содержит несколько лапок, выступающих в направлении от его центра. Второй ступичный диск на своей внутренней периферии тоже содержит несколько лапок, выступающих к центру ступичного диска. Лапки имеют такую геометрическую форму, что каждая из них входит между другими лапками, и снабжены отверстиями, расположенными с одинаковым шагом на окружностях одинакового диаметра и под прямым углом к лапкам. Второй ступичный диск и центральный ступичный диск могут быть изготовлены из одной заготовки из соответствующего материала, предпочтительно из стальной пластины, причем после разделения и поворота двух частей их лапки накладываются друг на друга. Затем две части ступичного диска соединяют болтами через отверстия, выполненные в лапках. Технический результат - возможность регулировки ...

Wheel

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Bead lock systems and methods

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

VEHICLE WHEEL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VEHICLE WHEEL

A vehicle wheel for motor vehicles may include a wheel-rim ring with an opening, a main member positioned at least partially in the opening of the wheel-rim ring, and a covering shell for at least partially covering the main member. The main member may include an attachment region with receptacles for attaching the main member and the wheel-rim ring to a vehicle. The wheel is configured to have a low weight and an adequate stiffness. Moreover, the wheel also exhibits a secure attachment and no pre-load losses while permitting a high degree of design flexibility. In some examples, the attachment region of the main member is free from the covering shell by way of, for example, a cut-out in the covering shell.

Fahrzeugrad und Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Fahrzeugrades

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Fahrzeugrad, insbesondere für Kraftfahrzeuge, mit einem eine Öffnung aufweisenden Felgenring, mit einem zumindest teilweise in der Öffnung des Felgenrings angeordneten Grundträger, wobei der Grundträger einen Anbindungsbereich mit Aufnahmen für Anbindungsmittel zur Anbindung des Fahrzeugrades an das Fahrzeug aufweist, und mit einer Abdeckschale zur zumindest teilweisen Abdeckung des Grundträgers. Die Aufgabe, ein Fahrzeugrad anzugeben, welches trotz eines geringen Gewichts und einer ausreichenden Steifigkeit bei hoher Design-Flexibilität eine sichere Anbindung und keinen Verspannkraftverlust besitzt, wird dadurch gelöst, dass die Abdeckschale derart ausgestaltet ist, dass der Grundträger zumindest im Bereich der Aufnahmen frei von der Abdeckschale ist. Weiterhin betrifft die vorliegende Erfindung ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Fahrzeugrades.

Helmholtz-Resonator für ein Fahrzeugrad

Ein Helmholtz-Resonator für ein Fahrzeugrad verringert eine akustische Resonanz, welche in einem Reifen während eines Fahrens des Fahrzeugs erzeugt wird, durch Verwenden einer Radkappe, welche eine innere Kammer in der Fahrzeugradkappe aufweist und eng an dem Fahrzeugrad von der Außenseite des Fahrzeugrads montiert ist, eines Verbindungsrohrs, welches die innere Kammer in der Fahrzeugradkappe mit dem Hohlraum in dem Reifen verbindet, und eines Kopplungselements.

Wheel

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Wheel hub for heavy-duty vehicles

A wheel hub for a heavy-duty vehicle includes a first and second tubular hub segment. The first tubular hub segment has a first annular end surface. The second tubular hub segment has a second annular end surface and a radially extending flange. A continuous, circumferential joint is formed at the interface of the first annular end surface and second annular end surface.

WHEEL HUB FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES

A wheel hub for a heavy-duty vehicle includes a first and second tubular hub segment. The first tubular hub segment has a first annular end surface. The second tubular hub segment has a second annular end surface and a radially extending flange. A continuous, circumferential joint is formed at the interface of the first annular end surface and second annular end surface.

VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING A CONNECTION BETWEEN A WHEEL RIM AND A WHEEL DISC AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

WHEEL RIM WITH A RIM BASE MADE OF FIBER COMPOSITE MATERIAL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

The invention which relates to a wheel rim having a rim base ( 3 ) of fiber composite material and a wheel disk ( 2 ) connected to the rim base ( 3 ) in a radial marginal section is based on the problem of improving the connection between the rim base ( 3 ) and the wheel disk ( 2 ) and of providing a method for producing a wheel rim having an improved connection between the rim base ( 3 ) and the wheel disk ( 2 ). The radial marginal section of the wheel disk ( 2 ) comprises at least two partial layers ( 4, 5 ) on each of which a contoured joining zone ( 6, 7 ) which extends substantially axially, is provided, said joining zone being flat connected to the rim base ( 3 ).

ОБОД КОЛЕСА СО СТУПИЧНЫМ ДИСКОМ

... 1. Обод колеса для использования на сельскохозяйственном и строительном транспортном средстве, содержащий кольцо для установки шины, и состоящий по меньшей мере из двух частей ступичный диск (2), расположенный внутри указанного кольца и содержащий центральный ступичный диск (3), имеющий несколько отверстий (4) и контактную поверхность для механического крепления, с возможностью отсоединения, к ступице транспортного средства, причем центральный ступичный диск (3) имеет отверстия (5) на контактной поверхности на наружной периферии для соединения со вторым ступичным диском (6), имеющим внутреннюю периферию и наружную периферию, а второй ступичный диск (6) на внутренней периферии имеет контактную поверхность с соответствующими отверстиями (7) для соединения с центральным ступичным диском (3), а на наружной периферии имеет отверстия (8) для непосредственного или опосредованного соединения с кольцом обода,отличающийся тем, что центральный ступичный диск (3) на наружной периферии содержит несколько ...

БАЛКА ОСИ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА ХОЗЯЙСТВЕННОГО НАЗНАЧЕНИЯ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

WHEEL

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Fahrzeugrads mit einer Verbindung zwischen einer Radfelge und einer Radscheibe

Wheel

METHOD OF MOUNTING A NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE ONTO A HUB

A method of mounting a non-pneumatic tire (102) onto a hub (300) to provide a non-pneumatic wheel (100). Certain portions of spokes (106) of the non-pneumatic tire (102) are connected to grooves (318) along the hub (300). The tire (102) is repeatedly rotated and deformed to allow the remaining portions of the spokes (106) to be connected with the grooves (318) in order to fully mount the non-pneumatic tire (102) onto the hub (300).

Method of mounting a non-pneumatic tire onto a hub

A method of mounting a non-pneumatic tire onto a hub to provide a non-pneumatic wheel is provided. Certain portions of spokes of the non-pneumatic tire are connected to grooves along the hub. The tire is repeatedly rotated and deformed to allow the remaining portions of the spokes to be connected with the grooves in order to fully mount the tire onto the hub.

WHEEL RIM WITH HUB PLATE

The present invention concerns a wheel rim and a method for making a wheel rim of the type suited for use on an agricultural or construction vehicle. The new feature of the wheel rim according to the invention is that the central hub plate at the outer periphery includes a number of tabs extending away from the centre of the central hub plate, where the second hub plate at its inner periphery also includes a number of tabs extending towards the centre of the hub plate, where the tabs have a geometric shape such that the tabs fit between each other, where the tabs include holes arranged at the same pitch circle diameter and at right angles to the tabs. In connection with the making of the hub plate, the second hub plate and the central hub plate can be produced from a single piece of suitable material, preferably steel plate, as the mentioned tabs extend over each other when two parts are separated and turned such that the tabs come to lie upon each other. The two hub plate parts are then ...

Structurally supported tire

A structurally supported tire includes a ground contacting annular tread portion, an annular hoop structure for supporting a load on the tire, a means for attachment to a vehicle rim, and a ply structure secured to a first axial limit and extending radially outward and between the hoop structure and the tread portion and further extending radially inward from between the hoop structure and tread portion to a second axial limit. The ply structure is secured to both the first axial limit and the second axial limit. The tread portion is secured to a radially outer surface of the ply structure. The hoop structure is secured to a radially inner surface of the ply structure.

Bead lock systems and methods

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

Radanordnung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Radanordnung (1) aufweisend eine Radnabe (2), die um ihre Drehachse (X) drehbar gelagert ist, und die zumindest eine Aufnahmebohrung (3) aufweist, wobei an der Radnabe (2) eine Radfelge (4) mit einer zu der zumindest einen Aufnahmebohrung (3) korrespondierenden Durchstecköffnung Durchgangsbohrung (6) angeordnet ist, wobei zwischen der Radnabe (2) und der Radfelge (4) eine Bremsvorrichtung angeordnet ist, deren Grundkörper (8) eine zur Durchgangsbohrung (6) korrespondierende Durchgangsbohrung (9) aufweist, wobei zumindest ein Radbolzen (11) zum Festlegen der Radfelge (4) an der Radnabe (2) vorgesehen ist.Vorgeschlagen wird, dass Mittelachsen (X1, X2) der Aufnahmebohrung (3) und der Durchstecköffnung (6) bezogen auf die dazu parallele Drehachse (X) der Radnabe (2) in Radialrichtung gesehen zueinander versetzt sind.

Wheel hub for heavy-duty vehicles

A wheel hub for a heavy-duty vehicle includes a first and second tubular hub segment. The first tubular hub segment has a first annular end surface. The second tubular hub segment has a second annular end surface and a radially extending flange. A continuous, circumferential joint is formed at the interface of the first annular end surface and second annular end surface.

WHEEL

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Method for the production of closed hollow profile for vehicle axle

Hybridfelge eines mit einem Radnabenmotor versehenen Rades

Hybridfelge (10) eines mit einem Radnabenmotor versehenen Rades, insbesondere eines Kraftfahrzeugs, umfassend ein Nichtmetallteil und ein Metallteil, wobei das Rotorgehäuse des Radnabenmotors zumindest teilweise das Metallteil der Hybridfelge (10) bildet.

Rad

Das Rad gemäß einer Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung umfasst einen Radkörper, der ein Tragelementpaar aufweist, eine Vielzahl von Tonnen-Wellen, die zwischen dem Tragelementpaar angeordnet sind, und eine Vielzahl von jeweils an der Vielzahl von Tonnen-Wellen angeordneten Tonnen, die um die jeweiligen Tonnen-Wellen drehbar sind, wobei die Vielzahl von Tonnen jeweils über Lager an den Tonnen-Wellen oder an Tragkörpern angebracht sind, und die Position der Vielzahl von Tonnen in der Tonnen-Wellen-Richtung jeweils durch die Position der Lager einstellbar ist.

Wheel

Method for producing a wheel rim having a rim base, from a fibre composite

Wheel

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Sleeve for Wheel

A wheel assembly has a wheel with a hub. A rotation surface disposed in the hub has a bore. A sleeve insertable in the bore of the rotation surface has an outer surface with a circumferential groove and first and second opposite axial ends. The first axial end has a shoulder extending radially outward. A resilient ring disposed in the circumferential groove is compressible to a compression diameter sufficient to enable the sleeve to be inserted in the bore of the rotation surface. The resilient ring is expandable to an expansion diameter greater than the inner surface diameter of the bore of the rotation surface when unconstrained. The circumferential groove is spaced from the shoulder at a distance sufficient to enable the resilient ring to expand to the expansion diameter when the sleeve is inserted in the bore of the rotation surface and the shoulder is adjacent the rotation surface. 1. A wheel assembly comprising:a yoke;a wheel with a hub;a rotation surface disposed in the hub, the rotation surface having a bore with an inner surface diameter;a sleeve insertable in the bore of the rotation surface, the sleeve having an outer surface and an inner surface defined by an inner diameter, the sleeve having first and second opposite axial ends, the first axial end having a shoulder extending radially outward from the outer surface, the sleeve outer surface having a circumferential groove; anda resilient ring disposed in the circumferential groove of the sleeve outer surface, the resilient ring having an outer diameter, the resilient ring outer diameter being compressible to a compression diameter sufficient to enable the sleeve to be inserted in the bore of the rotation surface, the resilient ring outer diameter being expandable to an expansion diameter greater than the inner surface diameter of the bore of the rotation surface when the resilient ring is unconstrained about the resilient ring outer diameter;wherein the circumferential groove of the sleeve outer surface ...

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zur Herstellung einer Felge

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren sowie eine Vorrichtung (10) zur Herstellung einer Felge (1) für ein Fahrzeugrad (3) sowie ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Fahrzeugrades (3).

Radfelge mit einem Felgenbett ausFaserverbundwerkstoff und Verfahren zur Herstellung

Der Erfindung, die eine Radfelge mit einem Felgenbett aus Faserverbundwerkstoff und einer Radscheibe, welche an einem radialen Randbereich mit dem Felgenbett verbunden ist, betrifft, liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, die Verbindung zwischen Felgenbett und Radscheibe zu verbessern und ein Verfahren für die Herstellung einer Radfelge mit einer verbesserten Verbindung zwischen Felgenbett und Radscheibe bereitzustellen. Es wird vorgeschlagen, dass der radiale Randbereich der Radscheibe (2) wenigstens zwei Teillagen (4, 5) aufweist, an denen jeweils eine im Wesentlichen axial erstreckte, konturierte Fügezone (6, 7) ausgebildet ist, welche flächig mit dem Felgenbett (3) verbunden ist. Es wird außerdem ein Verfahren zur Herstellung dieser Radfelge vorgeschlagen.

BEARING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE WHEEL

A bearing device for a vehicle wheel () includes: an outer ring (), serving as an outer member; an inner member in which the inner member including a hub ring () that has an integral wheel mounting flange (B) to which a wheel is mounted, and at least one inner ring () that is press-fitted to a small-diameter step part (A) of the hub ring; ball rows () that are accommodated in a freely rolling manner; and a bottomed-tube-shaped cover () fitted to an inner-side opening (B) of the outer member. In order to retain grease enclosed between the outer member and the inner member near the ball rows, an outside damming member (D), which is formed of a ring-shaped elastic body extending radially inward, is provided at a side (A) of the cover. 16-. (canceled)7. A bearing device for a vehicle wheel comprising:an outer member in which double-row outer rolling surfaces are integrally formed on an inner periphery of the outer member;an inner member including a hub wheel and at least one inner ring and having double-row inner rolling surfaces facing the double-row outer rolling surfaces on an outer periphery of the inner member, the hub wheel having a wheel mounting flange integrally formed for attaching a wheel at one end of the hub wheel and having a small diameter stepped portion extending axially on an outer periphery of the hub wheel, the inner ring being press-fitted to the small diameter stepped portion of the hub wheel;double-row rolling elements rotatably accommodated between a rolling surface of the inner member and a rolling surface of the outer member;a magnetic encoder provided at an end on an inner side of the inner member; anda bottomed cylindrical cover fitted to an opening on an inner side of the outer member so as to face the magnetic encoder, whereinthe bearing device includes an outer blocking member formed of an annular elastic body extending radially inward at a side portion of the cover so as to retain a lubricant enclosed between the outer member and the ...

Bearing device for vehicle wheel

A bearing device for a vehicle wheel (1) includes: an outer ring (2), serving as an outer member; an inner member in which the inner member including a hub ring (3) that has an integral wheel mounting flange (3B) to which a wheel is mounted, and at least one inner ring (4) that is press-fitted to a small-diameter step part (3A) of the hub ring; ball rows (5) that are accommodated in a freely rolling manner; and a bottomed-tube-shaped cover (11) fitted to an inner-side opening (2B) of the outer member. In order to retain grease enclosed between the outer member and the inner member near the ball rows, an outside damming member (11D), which is formed of a ring-shaped elastic body extending radially inward, is provided at a side (11A) of the cover.

The wheel and method for manufacturing vehicle wheel

Fahrzeugrad mit einer Verbindung zwischen einer Radfelge und einer Radscheibe und Verfahren zu dessen Herstellung

aro de roda com base da roda em material de fibra reforçada e método de produção

HELMHOLTZ RESONATOR FOR VEHICLE WHEEL

A Helmholtz resonator for a vehicle wheel reduces sonic resonance, which is generated in a tire during running of the vehicle, by employing a wheel cap, which has an internal chamber in the vehicle wheel cap and is closely mounted on the vehicle wheel from the outside of the vehicle wheel, a connecting pipe connecting the internal chamber in the vehicle wheel cap with the cavity in the tire and a coupling member.

Bicycle rim

A bicycle rim includes a radially outer peripheral part, a radially inner peripheral part, at least one first slanting member, and at least one intermediate member. The at least one first slanting member radially extends between the radially outer peripheral part and the radially inner peripheral part in a first direction slanted with respect to a radial direction of the bicycle rim as viewed in an axial direction of the bicycle rim. The at least one intermediate member is disposed between the radially outer peripheral part and the radially inner peripheral part.

Verfahren zum Zusammenbau einer Radlagervorrichtung

Ein Verfahren zum Zusammenbau einer Radlagervorrichtung umfasst die Anordnung einer Positionierschablone (120) derart, dass eine seitliche Fläche der Positionierschablone (120) an einer Seite in Axialrichtung gesehen eine seitliche Fläche eines Nabenflansches (22) an einer Seite einer Schleuderscheibe (60) berührt, wobei die Positionierschablone (120) eine Ringform hat, welche in eine Mehrzahl von Teilabschnitten unterteilt ist, die in Umfangsrichtung angeordnet sind, wobei eine Abmessung der Positionierschablone (120) in Axialrichtung gleich einem Abstand zwischen einer seitlichen Fläche eines Scheibenabschnitts (62) an einer Seite des Nabenflansches (22) und einer seitlichen Fläche des Nabenflansches (22) an einer Seite der Schleuderscheibe (60) ist, wobei der Abstand so gewählt ist, dass eine geeignete Überdeckung erhaltbar ist; und das Anbringen der Schleuderscheibe (60) derart, dass die seitliche Fläche des Scheibenabschnitts (62) auf Seiten des Nabenflansches (22) eine seitliche Fläche ...

By the fiber-reinforced plastic material wheel made from

Bead lock systems and methods

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

Axel assembly

An axle assembly having a wheel flange with a central opening and a slot having an end dimensioned to fit within the wheel flange central opening. A molten binder, such as molten zinc, fills the space in between the wheel central opening and the shaft end. Upon cooling, the binder locks the wheel flange and shaft together.

roda de veículo com um aro de roda e um disco de roda, e processo para a fabricação de uma roda de veículo

VEHICLE WHEEL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE VEHICLE WHEEL

A vehicle wheel includes: a pair of rail members configured as separate members from the rim and fixed to an outer circumferential surface of a well portion of a rim; and a sub air chamber member serving as a Helmholtz resonator and disposed between and supported by the rail members. A distance between the pair of rail members in a wheel width direction becomes gradually narrower from the outer circumferential surface of the well portion toward outside in a wheel radial direction that is orthogonal to the wheel width direction. Further, the pair of rail members have inner surfaces located to face the outer circumferential surface in the wheel radial direction, and the sub air chamber member has a contour to conform with the inner surfaces of the pair of rail members. 1. A vehicle wheel comprising:a pair of rail members fixed to an outer circumferential surface of a well portion of a rim of a wheel, the pair of rail members being separate members from the rim; anda sub air chamber member serving as a Helmholtz resonator, the sub air chamber member being disposed between the rail members and supported by the rail members,wherein a distance between the pair of rail members in a wheel width direction becomes gradually narrower from the outer circumferential surface of the well portion toward outside in a wheel radial direction that is orthogonal to the wheel width direction, andwherein the pair of rail members have inner surfaces located to face the outer circumferential surface in the wheel radial direction, and the sub air chamber member has a contour to conform with the inner surfaces of the pair of rail members.2. The vehicle wheel according to claim 1 , wherein a width of the sub air chamber member becomes gradually wider toward the outer circumferential surface of the well portion to match the distance between the pair of rail members.3. The vehicle wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the pair of rail members curve outward in the wheel radial direction as viewed ...

Achskörper für ein Nutzfahrzeug und Herstellungsverfahren hierfür

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Achskörper (10), insbesondere eine Achsbrücke, für ein Kraftfahrzeug, vorzugsweise ein Nutzfahrzeug. Der Achskörper (10) weist eine erste Achskörperschale (12) und eine zweite Achskörperschale (14), die mit der ersten Achskörperschale (12) zum Ausbilden eines Rohrkörpers (32) verbunden, insbesondere verschweißt, ist, auf. Der Rohrkörper (32) weist eine Innenumfangsfläche (26) mit einer Mehrzahl von flächigen Abschnitten (34), die einen unrunden Querschnitt des Rohrköpers (32) bilden, auf. Der Achskörper (10) weist ein Verstärkungsbauteil (22) auf, das einen unrunden Querschnitt aufweist, innerhalb des Rohrkörpers (32) angeordnet ist und zumindest teilweise an den flächigen Abschnitten (34) der Innenumfangsfläche (26) des Rohrkörpers (32) anliegt.

REINFORCED VEHICLE WHEEL RIM AND FABRICATED VEHICLE WHEEL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME

A vehicle wheel rim having at least an inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, an inboard tire bead seat, a well and an outboard tire bead seat. A reinforcing tape applied to at least a portion of one of an inner surface and/or an outer surface of the inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, the inboard tire bead seat, the well and the outboard tire bead seat. 1. A vehicle wheel rim comprising:a steel wheel rim including at least an inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, an inboard tire bead seat, a well and an outboard tire bead seat; anda reinforcing tape applied to at least a portion of one of an inner surface and/or an outer surface of the inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, the inboard tire bead seat, the well and the outboard tire bead seat.2. The vehicle wheel rim of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing tape is applied continuously to the at least a portion of one of the inner surface and/or the outer surface of the inboard tire bead seat retaining flange claim 1 , the inboard tire bead seat claim 1 , the well and the outboard tire bead seat.3. The vehicle wheel rim of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing tape is applied permanently to the at least a portion of one of an inner surface and/or an outer surface of the inboard tire bead seat retaining flange claim 1 , the inboard tire bead seat claim 1 , the well and the outboard tire bead seat.4. The vehicle wheel rim of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing tape is applied in one or more recesses provided in the at least a portion of one of the inner surface and/or the outer surface of the wheel rim claim 1 , whereby the reinforcing tape is substantially flush with the adjacent wheel surface.5. The vehicle wheel rim of claim 1 , wherein at least one hole is formed in at least one portion of the wheel rim and the reinforcing tape is applied to cover and close the at least one hole.6. The vehicle wheel rim of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing tape is applied to at least two portions of the inner surface and/or the ...

Verstärkte Fahrzeugradfelge, Fahrzeugrad und Verfahren zu deren Herstellung

Eine Fahrzeugradfelge weist mindestens einen innenliegenden Reifenwulstsitzhalteflansch, einen innenliegenden Reifenwulstsitz, ein Bett und einen außenliegenden Reifenwulstsitz auf. Ein Verstärkungsband ist an mindestens einem Abschnitt einer Innenfläche und/oder einer Außenfläche des innenliegenden Reifenwulstsitzhalteflanschs oder des innenliegenden Reifenwulstsitzes oder des Betts oder des außenliegenden Reifenwulstsitzes angelegt.

Radlagervorrichtung

Die vorliegende Erfindung behandelt das Problem des Vorsehens einer Lagervorrichtung für ein Fahrzeugrad, in der das Austreten des Schmierfetts aus der Nähe der Wälzkörper zu einem Magnetcodierer unterdrückt ist, was es folglich ermöglicht, dass die Menge des eingeschlossenen Schmierfetts verringert ist. Eine Lagervorrichtung für ein Fahrzeugrad 1 enthält: einen Außenring 2, der als ein äußeres Element dient; ein inneres Element, wobei das innere Element einen Nabenring 3, der einen einteiligen Radbefestigungsflansch 3B aufweist, an dem ein Rad angebracht ist, und wenigstens einen Innenring 4, der in einen Stufenabschnitt 3A mit einem kleinen Durchmesser des Nabenrings 3 eingepresst ist, enthält; die Kugelreihen 5, die in einer frei rollenden Weise aufgenommen sind; und eine rohrförmige Abdeckung 11 mit einem Boden, die an einer Öffnung 2B auf der Innenseite des äußeren Elements angebracht ist. Um das Schmierfett GR zwischen dem äußeren Element und dem inneren Element in der Nähe der Kugelreihen ...

Wheel rim with hub plate

The present invention concerns a wheel rim and a method for making a wheel rim of the type suited for use on an agricultural or construction vehicle. The new feature of the wheel rim according to the invention is that the central hub plate at the outer periphery includes a number of tabs extending away from the center of the central hub plate, where the second hub plate at its inner periphery also includes a number of tabs extending towards the center of the hub plate, where the tabs have a geometric shape such that the tabs fit between each other, where the tabs include holes arranged at the same pitch circle diameter and at right angles to the tabs. In connection with the making of the hub plate, the second hub plate and the central hub plate can be produced from a single piece of suitable material, preferably steel plate, as the mentioned tabs extend over each other when two parts are separated and turned such that the tabs come to lie upon each other. The two hub plate parts are then ...

Hybridfelge eines mit einem Radnabenmotor versehenen Rades

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Hybridfelge eines mit einem Radnabenmotor versehenen Rades, insbesondere eines Kraftfahrzeugs.

Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Radfelge mit einem Felgenbett aus Faserverbundmaterial

Der Erfindung, die ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Radfelge mit einem Felgenbett aus Faserverbundwerkstoff betrifft, liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, die Herstellung der Radfelge zu verbessern, insbesondere mit geringem ökonomischem und technischem Aufwand funktionssichere Radkonstruktionen zu gewährleisten. Die Aufgabe wird dadurch gelöst, dass während der Fertigung des Felgenbetts (2) ein Anschlusselement (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) mit dem Felgenbett (2) verbunden wird, wobei das Anschlusselement(3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) derart ausgebildet und angeordnet wird, dass an dem Anschlusselement (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) eine Radscheibe (4, 14, 22, 36, 45) anschließbar ist.

aro de roda com base da roda em material de fibra reforçada e método de produção

WHEEL RIM HAVING A RIM BASE MADE OF FIBER REINFORCED MATERIAL AND METHOD OF PRODUCTION

The invention relates to a wheel rim having a rim base (3) made of fiber reinforced material and a wheel disk (2) connected to the rim base (3) in a radial edge section. The aim of the invention is to improve the connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2) and to provide a method for producing a wheel rim having an improved connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2). The radial edge section of the wheel disk (2) comprises at least two partial layers (4, 5) in which contoured joining zones (6, 7) which extend substantially axially, are provided, said joining zones being connected to the rim base (3) over their entire surface.

Lagerringsegment, Lagerring, Lager und Herstellungsverfahren

Ein Lagerringsegment 100; 200; 300, ein Lagerring 100; 200; 300, ein Lager, bzw. deren Herstellungsverfahren, für ein Radlager mit einem Flansch 110 und einem Stabilisator 120 für den Flansch 110, wobei der Stabilisator 120 den Flansch 110 gegenüber dem Lagerringsegment 100 oder dem Lagerring 100 stabilisiert.

VEHICLE WHEEL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A VEHICLE WHEEL

The present invention relates to a vehicle wheel, in particular for motor vehicles, with a rim ring having an opening, with a basic support at least partially arranged in the opening in the rim ring, wherein the basic support has a connecting region with receptacles for connecting means for connecting the vehicle wheel to the vehicle, and with a covering shell for at least partially covering the basic support. The problem of indicating a vehicle wheel which, despite a low weight and sufficient rigidity with high design flexibility, has a secure connection and no loss of bracing force, is solved in that the covering shell is designed in such a manner that the basic support is free from the covering shell at least in the region of the receptacles. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for producing a vehicle wheel.

Vehicle hub and manufacturing method thereof

STRUCTURALLY SUPPORTED TIRE

Fahrradfelge

Eine Fahrradfelge umfasst einen radial äußeren Umfangsabschnitt, einen radial inneren Umfangsabschnitt, zumindest ein erstes geneigtes Element und zumindest ein Zwischenelement. Das zumindest eine erste geneigte Element erstreckt sich, betrachtet in einer axialen Richtung der Fahrradfelge, radial zwischen dem radial äußeren Umfangsabschnitt und dem radial inneren Umfangsabschnitt in einer ersten, in Bezug auf eine radiale Richtung der Fahrradfelge geneigten Richtung. Das zumindest eine Zwischenelement ist zwischen dem radial äußeren Umfangsabschnitt und dem radial inneren Umfangsabschnitt angeordnet.

BEAD LOCK SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

Führungsbuchse zur Montage eines Radlagers mit einer Gelenkglocke eines Kraftfahrzeugs

Es ist eine Führungsbuchse (14) zur Montage eines Radlagers (12) mit einer Gelenkglocke (22) eines Kraftfahrzeugs vorgesehen mit einem drehfest mit dem Radlager (12) verbindbaren ersten Führungsteil (32), einem drehfest mit der Gelenkglocke (22) verbindbaren zweiten Führungsteil (34), wobei das erste Führungsteil (32) und das zweite Führungsteil (34) über eine Steckverzahnung (46) axial verschiebbar und in Umfangsrichtung im Wesentlichen lagefest gekoppelt sind, und einer von dem ersten Führungsteil (32) und dem zweiten Führungsteil (34) ausgebildeten Rasteinrichtung (52) zur axialen Verrastung des ersten Führungsteils (32) mit dem zweiten Führungsteil (34) in einer vordefinierten axialen Endrelativlage, insbesondere zur Herstellung einer formschlüssigen Stirnverzahnung (30) des Radlagers (12) mit der Gelenkglocke (22). Dadurch ist eine beschädigungsfreie Montage eines Radlagers (12) mit einer Gelenkglocke (22) ermöglicht.

WHEEL RIM WITH HUB PLATE

The present invention concerns a wheel rim and a method for making a wheel rim of the type suited for use on an agricultural or construction vehicle. The new feature of the wheel rim according to the invention is that the central hub plate at the outer periphery includes a number of tabs extending away from the centre of the central hub plate, where the second hub plate at its inner periphery also includes a number of tabs extending towards the centre of the hub plate, where the tabs have a geometric shape such that the tabs fit between each other, where the tabs include holes arranged at the same pitch circle diameter and at right angles to the tabs. In connection with the making of the hub plate, the second hub plate and the central hub plate can be produced from a single piece of suitable material, preferably steel plate, as the mentioned tabs extend over each other when two parts are separated and turned such that the tabs come to lie upon each other. The two hub plate parts are then ...

Method of Designing and Producing Carbon Fiber Wheels

A method of designing and producing the spoke section of a vehicle wheel using chopped carbon fiber pre-impregnated composite material is provided, wherein the method allows wheel designers to machine several different wheel designs, wheel diameters, and wheels with different offsets without using different material molds for each, as is customary with traditional carbon fiber reinforced plastic wheels designed using a layup procedure. The present method greatly reduces material waste, engineering design effort for each wheel, and the cost of each wheel over existing methods by using a single mold that can accommodate different wheel designs. 1. A method of designing and producing composite wheels using chopped carbon fiber , comprising the steps of:choosing one or a plurality of wheel designs;concentrically overlaying said wheel designs to determine a single wheel blank design;creating a reverse mold of said single wheel blank design;compression molding a wheel blank using said reverse mold;machining said wheel blank into one of said wheel designs.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said choosing said wheel designs further comprises the steps of:determining the diameter, wheel offset, hub design, bolt pattern, and spoke design of said wheel designs prior to overlaying said wheel designs.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:fastening said wheel design after machining to a wheel barrel section to create a three piece wheel.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein compression molding said wheel blank further comprising the steps of:heating chopped carbon fiber;communicating said chopped carbon fiber after heating into said mold;compressing said material in said mold using a press;removing said material after cooling.5. A three piece composite wheel claim 1 , comprising:a wheel barrel section having a diameter and an internal ledge;a wheel spoke section having a wheel offset, bolt pattern, outer perimeter, spoke design, wheel hub, and fastener locations ...

Radkranzmontage

Radkranzmontage, umfassend:eine Nabe (1) mit einem Gehäuse (11) und zwei Flanschen (12), die an zwei Enden des Gehäuses (11) gebildet sind; die Nabe (1) in einer Mitte eines Radkranzes (6) gebildet ist; der Radkranz (6) mehrere Aussparungen (61) aufweist, die in dessen Innenperipherie gebildet sind;mehrere Speichen (2), die je zwischen den Flanschen (12) der Nabe (1) und der Innenperipherie des Radkranzes (6) befestigt sind; jede Speiche (2) ein erstes Verbindungsglied (21) aufweist; sich ein erstes Ende einer Speiche (2) vom ersten Verbindungsglied (21) erstreckt; die Speiche (2) als eine X-förmige Speiche (22) gebildet ist; das erste Verbindungsglied (21) an einer Außenseite des mit dieser übereinstimmenden Flansches (12) befestigt ist; jedes erste Verbindungsglied (21) als ein Kurvenglied gebildet ist und eine erste vertiefte Fläche (3) und eine zweite vertiefte Fläche (4) aufweist, die je in dessen Außenseite bzw. Innenseite gebildet sind; die Verbindungsglieder (21) (25) der Speichen ...

Method for assembling wheel bearing apparatus

A method for assembling a wheel bearing apparatus includes disposing a positioning jig such that a lateral face of the positioning jig on one side in an axial direction contacts a lateral face of a hub flange on a side of a slinger, the positioning jig having a ring shape separated into a plurality of partial portions arranged in a circumferential direction, a width of the positioning jig in the axial direction being equal to a distance between a lateral face of a disc portion on a side of the hub flange and a lateral face of the hub flange on the side of the slinger, the distance being set to obtain an appropriate interference; and attaching the slinger such that the lateral face of the disc portion on the side of the hub flange contacts a lateral face of the positioning jig on another side in the axial direction.

WHEEL RIM HAVING A RIM BASE MADE OF FIBER REINFORCED MATERIAL AND METHOD OF PRODUCTION

The invention relates to a wheel rim having a rim base (3) made of fiber reinforced material and a wheel disk (2) connected to the rim base (3) in a radial edge section. The aim of the invention is to improve the connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2) and to provide a method for producing a wheel rim having an improved connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2). The radial edge section of the wheel disk (2) comprises at least two partial layers (4, 5) in which contoured joining zones (6, 7) which extend substantially axially, are provided, said joining zones being connected to the rim base (3) over their entire surface.

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines geschlossenen Hohlprofils für eine Fahrzeugachse

Dargestellt und beschrieben ist ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines geschlossenen Hohlprofils (2) für eine Fahrzeugachse, umfassend die folgenden Schritte: a) Bereitstellen einer Platine (1) aus einem Metallblech, wobei die Platine (1) in Längsrichtung mindestens eine Länge (L) und in Querrichtung mindestens eine Breite (B) oder eine Formkontur aufweist, b) Umformen der Platine (1), wobei ein offenes Profil mit einem in Längsrichtung der Platine (1) verlaufenden Kanal (5) entsteht, c) Umformen der Seitenflächen (6, 7) der Platine (1), wobei ein Hohlprofil (8) mit einem Umfang (U) und mit einem Längsspalt (9) entsteht, und d) Fügen des Längsspaltes (9). Um ein zuverlässiges Fügen des Hohlprofils (2) mit hoher Wiederholgenauigkeit zu ermöglichen, wird vorgeschlagen, die Platine (1) derart umzuformen, dass mindestens im Bereich des Längsspaltes (9) eine Druckspannung insbesondere in Blechebene entsteht.

Axle beam for a commercial vehicle, and production method therefor

The present disclosure relates to an axle beam, in particular an axle bridge, for a motor vehicle, preferably a commercial vehicle. The axle beam has a first axle beam shell and a second axle beam shell which is connected, in particular welded, to the first axle beam shell in order to configure a tubular body. The tubular body has an inner circumferential face with a plurality of flat sections which form a non-round cross section of the tubular body. The axle beam has a reinforcing component which has a non-round cross section, is arranged within the tubular body, and bears at least partially against the flat sections of the inner circumferential face of the tubular body.

Method for Assembling Wheel Bearing Apparatus

A method for assembling a wheel bearing apparatus includes disposing a positioning jig such that a lateral face of the positioning jig on one side in an axial direction contacts a lateral face of a hub flange on a side of a slinger, the positioning jig having a ring shape separated into a plurality of partial portions arranged in a circumferential direction, a width of the positioning jig in the axial direction being equal to a distance between a lateral face of a disc portion on a side of the hub flange and a lateral face of the hub flange on the side of the slinger, the distance being set to obtain an appropriate interference; and attaching the slinger such that the lateral face of the disc portion on the side of the hub flange contacts a lateral face of the positioning jig on another side in the axial direction.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PRODUCING A WHEEL RIM

The present invention relates to a method and to a device (10) for producing a wheel rim (1) for a vehicle wheel (3), and to a method for producing a vehicle wheel (3).

WHEEL HUB FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES

A wheel hub for a heavy-duty vehicle includes a first and second tubular hub segment. The first tubular hub segment has a first annular end surface. The second tubular hub segment has a second annular end surface and a radially extending flange. A continuous, circumferential joint is formed at the interface of the first annular end surface and second annular end surface.

Vehicle wheel having a connection between a wheel rim and a wheel disc and method for the production thereof

Bicycle rim

AXLE BEAM FOR A COMMERCIAL VEHICLE, AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREFOR

The present disclosure relates to an axle beam, in particular an axle bridge, for a motor vehicle, preferably a commercial vehicle. The axle beam has a first axle beam shell and a second axle beam shell which is connected, in particular welded, to the first axle beam shell in order to configure a tubular body. The tubular body has an inner circumferential face with a plurality of flat sections which form a non-round cross section of the tubular body. The axle beam has a reinforcing component which has a non-round cross section, is arranged within the tubular body, and bears at least partially against the flat sections of the inner circumferential face of the tubular body.

WHEEL RIM HAVING A RIM BASE MADE OF FIBER REINFORCED MATERIAL AND METHOD OF PRODUCTION

BICYCLE RIM

A bicycle rim comprises a radially outer peripheral part, a radially inner peripheral part, at least one sidewall, and at least one cover member. The at least one side wall radially extends between the radially outer peripheral part and the radially inner peripheral part. The at least one side wall comprises at least one opening. The at least one cover member covers the at least one opening, and the at least one cover member comprises a metallic material. 1. A bicycle rim comprising:a radially outer peripheral part;a radially inner peripheral part;at least one side wall radially extending between the radially outer peripheral part and the radially inner peripheral part, the at least one side wall comprising at least one opening; andat least one cover member covering the at least one opening, the at least one cover member comprising a metallic material.2. The bicycle rim according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one side wall comprises a non-metallic material.3. The bicycle rim according to claim 2 , whereinthe at least one side wall comprises a resin having carbon fibers or a fiber reinforced plastic.4. The bicycle rim according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one side wall comprises an outer annular side portion, an inner annular side portion and at least one slanting member; andthe at least one opening is defined by the outer annular side portion, the inner annular side portion and the at least one slanting member.5. The bicycle rim according to claim 4 , whereinthe outer annular side portion, the inner annular side portion and the at least one slanting member are integrally formed as a single piece, andeach of the outer annular side portion, the inner annular side portion and the at least one slanting member comprises a non-metallic material.6. The bicycle rim according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one opening includes a plurality of openings; andthe cover member covers the plurality of openings.7. The bicycle rim according to claim 6 , whereinthe cover ...

Vehicle wheel and method for producing a vehicle wheel

A vehicle wheel for motor vehicles may include a wheel-rim ring with an opening, a main member positioned at least partially in the opening of the wheel-rim ring, and a covering shell for at least partially covering the main member. The main member may include an attachment region with receptacles for attaching the main member and the wheel-rim ring to a vehicle. The wheel is configured to have a low weight and an adequate stiffness. Moreover, the wheel also exhibits a secure attachment and no pre-load losses while permitting a high degree of design flexibility. In some examples, the attachment region of the main member is free from the covering shell by way of, for example, a cut-out in the covering shell.

Wheel made out of a fiber reinforced plastic material

A wheel includes a rim and a wheel center with several spokes with at least one butt strap. The at least one butt strap protrudes from a radially outer end of the spokes. The rim includes at least one opening arranged corresponding to the at least one butt strap. The at least one butt strap extends across the related opening in the rim and is attached to the outside of the rim.

BICYCLE HUB WITH PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE

A bicycle hub with protective structure includes a hub cassette and at least one protective member. The hub cassette has a driving portion and a shell portion connected to the driving portion. The shell portion has a plurality of ribs integrally formed on an outer periphery of the shell portion and extending axially. The protective member is made of harder material than that of the ribs. The protective member has a U-shaped cross section and defines a top wall and two side walls. The top wall and the two side walls define an engaging groove. Specifically, an inner angle of the engaging groove between the top wall and each of the side walls is an acute angle originally. Each of the two side walls of the protective member is flexible relative to the top wall of the protective member so as to clamp two lateral walls of the associated rib. 1. A bicycle hub , comprising:a hub cassette having a driving portion and a shell portion connected to the driving portion, the shell portion having a plurality of ribs integrally formed on an outer periphery of the shell portion and extending axially from one end of the shell portion to the other end of the shell portion; andat least one protective member made of harder material than that of the ribs, the protective member attached to at least one of the ribs of the shell portion, the protective member having a U-shaped cross section and defining a top wall and two side walls extending from a bottom of the top wall, the top wall and the two side walls defining an engaging groove, an inner angle of the engaging groove between the top wall and each of the side walls being an acute angle originally;wherein each of the two side walls of the protective member is flexible relative to the top wall of the protective member such that the two side walls of the protective member clamp the associated rib.2. The bicycle hub as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising another two protective members attached to the ribs of the shell portion claim 1 ...

Wheel

Bead lock systems and methods

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A WHEEL RIM WITH A RIM BASE OF FIBER COMPOSITE MATERIAL

The invention relates to a method for producing a wheel rim having a rim base of a fiber composite material. The problem to be solved by the invention is that of improving the production of the wheel rim, and especially to ensure a reliably functioning wheel structure which can be achieved with little financial and technical outlay. The problem is solved in that during the production of the rim base (2) a connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) is joined to the rim base (2), said connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) being designed and arranged in such a way that a wheel disc (4, 14, 22, 36, 45) can be connected to said connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51).

WHEEL SKIRT FOR LOCKABLE CASTER AND METHODS OF MAKING

The present disclosure relates to caster wheels having a skirt, specifically a skirt which fits over one side of the wheel only, and thus does not interfere with the actuation of a caster wheel locking mechanism. 1. A skirt assembly comprising:a first arm portion having a stop tab and an axle attachment, the first arm portion being joined to a second arm portion, the second arm portion having a transverse member at substantially right angles to the second arm portion, the transverse member having a skirting clamp.2. The skirt assembly of claim 1 , wherein the skirting clamp comprises a ridged groove claim 1 , and further comprising a skirting material claim 1 , the ridged groove being adapted to releasably engage the skirting material.3. The skirt assembly of claim 2 , wherein the stop tab has a width and a length claim 2 , the stop tab width being less than approximately one half inch claim 2 , and the stop tab length being less than approximately one half inch.4. The skirt assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a wheel axle claim 1 , the wheel axle having a first end and a second end; andwherein the axle attachment is adapted to releasably engage the wheel axle at only the first end.5. The skirt assembly of claim 4 , wherein the transverse member is heavier than the first arm portion.6. The skirt assembly of claim 1 , wherein the transverse member and the stop tab are substantially parallel; and the first arm portion and the second arm portion are substantially co-planar.7. A lockable skirted caster wheel assembly comprising: the axle having a first end and a second end;', 'only the first end of the axle being engaged with an axle attachment;', 'the axle attachment having a first arm portion and a second arm portion, the second arm portion being longer than the first arm portion;', 'the first arm portion being adapted to engage the frame of the caster wheel;', 'the second arm portion being bent to form a transverse member., 'a caster wheel having a frame, a ...

Vehicle wheel hub assembly

A vehicle wheel hub assembly including an axle extending along an axial axis, a hub shell with a hub flange that is rotatable about the axle, a bearing and at least one spoke assembled and connected to the hub flange at the opening. The hub flange includes an opening to receive the spoke. The axle includes an aperture that serves to provide assembly clearance to reduce or eliminate deformation of the spoke during the assembly of the spoke with the opening.

HYBRID RIM OF A WHEEL WITH A WHEEL HUB MOTOR

A hybrid rim of a wheel provided with a wheel hub motor of a motor vehicle includes a non-metal part and a metal part, wherein a rotor housing of the wheel hub motor at least partially forms the metal part of the hybrid rim.

Wheel rim having rim base made of fiber reinforced material and method of production

The invention relates to a wheel rim having a rim base (3) made of fiber reinforced material and a wheel disk (2) connected to the rim base (3) in a radial edge section. The aim of the invention is to improve the connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2) and to provide a method for producing a wheel rim having an improved connection between the rim base (3) and the wheel disk (2). The radial edge section of the wheel disk (2) comprises at least two partial layers (4, 5) in which contoured joining zones (6, 7) which extend substantially axially, are provided, said joining zones being connected to the rim base (3) over their entire surface.

Method for the production of a vehicle wheel with a connection between a wheel rim and a wheel disc

Disclosed is a method for producing a vehicle wheel with a connection between a wheel rim and a wheel disc in which the wheel disc is connected to the wheel rim by means of at least one connecting element that is guided through a through-hole of the rim base and is joined in the wheel disc. After the joining of the connecting element in the wheel disc a portion of the head of the connecting element projects beyond the rim base on the outer side of the rim. Subsequently the head of the connecting element is at least partially removed.

AXEL ASSEMBLY

An axle assembly having a wheel flange with a central opening and a slot having an end dimensioned to fit within the wheel flange central opening. A molten binder, such as molten zinc, fills the space in between the wheel central opening and the shaft end. Upon cooling, the binder locks the wheel flange and shaft together. 1. A method for constructing an axle assembly comprising the steps of:forming a wheel flange with a central opening,machining an elongated shaft so that one end of the shaft has a smaller cross sectional shape than said central opening of said wheel flange,positioning said one end of said shaft into said wheel flange central opening,filing a space between said one end of said shaft and said wheel flange with a molten binder which, upon setting, mechanically locks said shaft and said wheel flange together.2. The method as defined in wherein said forming step comprises the step of forming said wheel flange from powdered metal.3. The method as defined in wherein said machining step comprises the step of forming knurls on said one end of said shaft.4. The method as defined in further comprising the step of heat treating said wheel flange.5. The method as defined in further comprising the step of heat treating said elongated shaft.6. The method as defined in further comprising the step of grinding said elongated shaft following the step of heat treating.7. The method as defined in wherein said molten binder comprises molten metal having zinc as one component.8. The method as defined in wherein said wheel flange has at least one through hole spaced radially outwardly from said wheel flange central opening and wherein said filling step comprises the step of filling said at least one through hole.9. The method as defined in wherein said filling step comprises the step of filling said knurls.10. The method as defined in wherein said wheel flange has a plurality of cutouts formed around said central opening and wherein said filling step comprises the step ...

Method for the Production of a Closed Hollow Profile for a Vehicle Axle

A method for the production of a closed hollow profile for a vehicle axle including the following steps: a) provision of a board made out of a sheet of metal, wherein the board has at least a length in a longitudinal direction and at least a width in a transverse direction, b) forming of the board, creating an open profile with a channel running in a longitudinal direction of the board, c) forming the lateral surfaces of the board, creating a hollow profile with a circumference and a longitudinal gap and d) joining together the longitudinal gap.

Method for producing a wheel rim with a rim base of fiber composite material

The invention relates to a method for producing a wheel rim having a rim base of a fiber composite material. The problem to be solved by the invention is that of improving the production of the wheel rim, and especially to ensure a reliably functioning wheel structure which can be achieved with little financial and technical outlay. The problem is solved in that during the production of the rim base (2) a connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) is joined to the rim base (2), said connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51) being designed and arranged in such a way that a wheel disc (4, 14, 22, 36, 45) can be connected to said connection element (3, 13, 21, 31, 42, 51).

Bicycle wheel rim

Wheel

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

BICYCLE RIM

VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING A CONNECTION BETWEEN A WHEEL RIM AND A WHEEL DISC AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

A vehicle wheel may include a wheel rim and a wheel disc connected to an inner side of the wheel rim. The wheel disc may be connected to the wheel rim by a connecting element that is guided through a through-hole of the rim base and inserted in the wheel disc. The through-hole is arranged in the tire seat of the rim base and the connecting element is joined substantially in the direction of the radial extension of the wheel disc which is associated to the tire seat on the inner side of the rim. In the method for producing the wheel the connection between wheel rim and wheel disc is produced in the region of the tire seat of the rim base, and, after the insertion of the connecting element into the wheel disc, a portion of the connecting element protruding the contour of the outer side of the rim of the tire seat is shaped so that the connecting element conforms to the contour of the outer side of the rim of the tire seat.

Reinforced vehicle wheel rim and fabricated vehicle wheel and method for producing the same

A vehicle wheel rim having at least an inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, an inboard tire bead seat, a well and an outboard tire bead seat. A reinforcing tape applied to at least a portion of one of an inner surface and/or an outer surface of the inboard tire bead seat retaining flange, the inboard tire bead seat, the well and the outboard tire bead seat.

Fabrication of welded wheels without filler material

A hermetically sealed wheel assembly which has been welding autogenously is provided, along with a method and system for welding the wheel assembly. The wheel assembly is made up of at least two components which are laser welded to each other without the use of filler material to create a hermetically sealed wheel assembly.

Stamped wheel balancing weight

A wheel-balancing weight mounts to a wheel with a flange. The weight includes a body and a clip. The body is stamped by a punch to define a pocket within which an attaching portion of the clip resides. The defined pocket has a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base. The body as stamped by the punch includes a pre-stake for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base.

Automobile wheel

An automobile wheel is provided with a spoke section and a disk flange section. The spoke section is provided with a central groove section and raised side section disposed on either side of the central groove section. The raised side sections are provided with a peak side section that protrudes to the front and a flange section that extends from the side edge of the peak side section to the back. Meanwhile, the disk flange section is provided with a connector section and front edge sections that curve radially inward from the front edge of the connector section. The front edge sections are depressed toward the back relative to the peak side section of the raised side section. This automobile wheel, by means of the synergy between the shape effects of the spoke section and the disk flange section, improves strength and rigidity for withstanding radial loads and bending/torsional loads.

Wheel weight assembly

A wheel weight assembly mounts to a vehicle wheel disk section. The wheel weight assembly includes an annular starter weight mounted to the wheel disk section. The starter weight has mounting bores extending therethrough and centering taps projecting therefrom. The assembly also includes threaded members, nut members, an outer weight and attaching bolts. The starter weight includes a plurality of depressions. Each depression receives and prevents rotation of a nut member. Each threaded member extends through a corresponding one of the mounting bores and into a corresponding one of the nut members. The outer weight has attaching bores and centering recesses which receives the centering tabs. Each attaching bolt extends through a corresponding one of the attaching bores and is threadably received by a corresponding one of the nut members.

Motor housing integrated-type spoke for electric bicycle, manufacturing method thereof, wheel assembly having the same and manufacturing method thereof

A motor housing integrated type spoke for an electric bicycle and a manufacturing method thereof, a wheel assembly having the same, and a manufacturing method thereof, the motor housing integrated type spoke coupled to a rim and including a motor housing, which is provided at a center of the motor housing integrated-type spoke to accommodate a motor, the motor housing integrally formed with the motor housing integrated-type spoke through an injection molding.

Flexible Wheel Rim With Floating Hooks

Vehicle rim for the mounting of a tire, comprising: an axially central part () comprising a disc; two lateral parts (), at least one of the lateral parts being separate from the axially central part, each of the lateral parts having a rim seat receiving a bead of a tire, the axially central part and the two lateral parts being made from a rigid matrix reinforced by a plurality of reinforcement elements; an intermediate part () linking the axially central part and each lateral part separate therefrom, this intermediate part being made of a flexible matrix reinforced by a reinforcement, wherein 1 MPa ≦the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the flexible matrix ≦ MPa, the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the reinforcement elements is ≧5 GPa; wherein the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the rigid matrix is ≧5 GPa. 1. A vehicle rim , with symmetry of revolution , adapted for the mounting of a tire , comprising:an axially central part comprising a disc;two lateral parts, at least one of the lateral parts being separate from the axially central part, each of the lateral parts being provided with a rim seat adapted to receive a bead of a tire, the axially central part and the two lateral parts being made from a rigid matrix that can be reinforced by a reinforcement;an intermediate part that forms the only mechanical link between the axially central part and each lateral part that is separate from the axially central part, this intermediate part being made of a flexible matrix reinforced by a reinforcement comprising a plurality of reinforcement elements, the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the flexible matrix being greater than and equal to 1 MPa and less than or equal to 100 MPa, the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the reinforcement elements being greater than or equal to 5 GPa;wherein the Young's modulus of uniaxial extension of the rigid matrix is greater than or equal to 5 GPa.2. The vehicle rim according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

Vehicle Wheel for Passenger Cars

Vehicle wheel comprising a rim part and a disc part formed from a one-piece sheet metal blank and including a central portion with bolt holes and a plurality of radially extending spoke arrangements merging into a disc edge delimiting together with the spoke arrangements ventilation apertures which extend over the region between the edge webs and the disc edge. In order to create steel wheels with four-hole fixing in which high strength and stiffness are achieved the number of spoke arrangements and of bolt holes is four and these are in each case arranged mirror-symmetrically with respect to a common radial line, with the width of each spoke arrangement narrowing radially towards the outside and each ventilation aperture extending in the circumferential direction over an arc length of more than ⅙ of the circumference of the disc part. Further, each ventilation aperture is having on a radial line a maximum radial clear width which is equal to or preferably greater than the radial width of the metal portion of the disc part on the same radial line. 115. A vehicle wheel for passenger cars comprising: a rim part for receiving a tyre and a disc part which is connected to the rim part and is formed from a one-piece sheet metal blank by shaping and cutting or punching , which disc part includes a central portion having bolt holes for wheel bolts , a central aperture for a vehicle hub and a plurality of radially extending spoke arrangements , formed by shaping the sheet metal , for transmitting force between vehicle hub and rim part , each spoke arrangement being provided with a radially extending central web which merges on each side into a radially extending lateral web , bent outwardly from the plane of the central web , and then into an edge web bent back again with respect to the lateral web , radially outer ends of the central webs and of the lateral webs merging into a circumferential annular disc edge oriented precisely parallel or substantially parallel axially to ...

Non-pneumatic wheel and method of construction

A method of constructing a non-pneumatic wheel by securing a plurality of spokes around the outer circumference of a hub, positioning at least one spoke support at the radially outer end of each spoke such that the at least one spoke support holds the radially outer end of each spoke in a radially outward annular orientation, placing an outer annular band concentrically over the radially outer ends of the spokes, bonding the spokes to the outer annular band, contracting the at least one spoke support radially inward; and separating the at least one spoke supports from the non-pneumatic wheel.

DlSK WHEEL AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A disk wheel, comprising a wheel rim () and a wheel spoke (), the inner wall of the wheel rim outer edge () is matched with the first wheel spoke convex wall (), the inner wall of the tire supporting wall () is attached to the strengthening wall (), the groove () is formed in the inner wall of the wheel rim round peak (), the strengthening wall () is provided with the second wheel spoke convex wall () in interference fit to the groove (), and the groove () is in interference fit to the second wheel spoke convex wall (), so that the stability of axial matching between the wheel rim () and the wheel spoke () is guaranteed, and an axial stress, a circumferential stress and a radial stress of the disk wheel in the using process can be effectively addressed. 1. A disk wheel , comprising:{'b': 1', '2, 'a wheel rim () and a wheel spoke ();'}{'b': 1', '11', '7', '1', '1', '2', '9', '11', '8', '7, 'wherein the wheel rim () is sequentially provided with a wheel rim outer edge () and a tire supporting wall () which can be matched with a tire from an end part of the wheel rim () to a middle part of the wheel rim () along an axial direction, and the wheel spoke () is provided with a first wheel spoke convex wall () matched with an inner wall of the wheel rim outer edge () and a strengthening wall () attached to an inner wall of the tire supporting wall ();'}{'b': 12', '9', '2', '11', '1', '2', '8', '7, 'a limiting groove () which is in interference fit to the first wheel spoke convex wall () for limiting a position of the wheel spoke () is provided in the wheel rim outer edge (), and the wheel rim () is connected with the wheel spoke () through an adhesive, or the strengthening wall () is welded with the tire supporting wall ().'}229928938293aaaaaaa. The disk wheel according to claim 1 , wherein a spoke of the wheel spoke () comprises a spoke convex wall () connected with the first wheel spoke convex wall () and arranged along a radial direction of the wheel spoke () claim 1 , a ...

End cap for lumber products and associated devices, systems, and methods

A protective end cap for lumber products includes a body comprising a lower surface and at least three lateral walls defining an upwardly-opening cavity configured to receive an end of a rectangular piece of lumber. The body includes: an upper portion comprising a first width and a first length, and a lower portion comprising a second width and a second length. In some embodiments, the first width is smaller than the second width. In some embodiments, the first length is smaller than the second length. The body further includes a transition portion comprising a tapered surface positioned between the upper portion and the lower portion. In some embodiments, a first lateral wall defines a first through-hole in the upper portion of the body extending from an exterior surface of the first lateral wall to an interior surface of the first lateral wall.

FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

A front axle assembly with an axle housing that has first and second housing halves that each include a main housing portion, a tubular portion and a steering yoke. The main housing portion defines a cavity that houses at least a portion of a speed differentiation mechanism. The tubular portions are fixedly coupled to an associated one of the main housing portions and extend between the main housing portion and an associated one of the steering yokes. Each steering yoke is fixedly coupled to an associated tubular portion. An annular joint structure is formed where the first and second first housing halves are coupled to one another. The annular joint structure is formed about the rotary axis such that one of the first and second housing halves is inserted into the other one of the first and second housing halves along an insertion axis that is coincident with the rotary axis. 1. A front axle assembly comprising:first and second output members disposed for rotation about a rotary axis;speed differentiation means coupled to the first and second output members, the speed differentiation means being configured to permit speed differentiation between the first and second output members; andan axle housing having first and second housing halves, each of the first and second housing halves comprising a main housing portion, a tubular portion and a steering yoke, the main housing portion defining a cavity that houses at least a portion of the speed differentiation means, the tubular portion being fixedly coupled to the main housing portion and extending between the main housing portion and the steering yoke, the steering yoke being fixedly coupled to the tubular portion, wherein an annular joint structure is formed where the first and second first housing halves are coupled to one another, wherein the annular joint structure is formed about the rotary axis such that one of the first and second housing halves is inserted into the other one of the first and second housing ...

FABRICATED DROP AXLE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

A fabricated drop axle is described. A pair of axle stub ends is oppositely retained within a saddle having a recess through which accessories can pass. 1. A fabricated drop axle assembly , comprising:a pair of opposed and spaced apart axle stub ends, each having a saddle end and a spindle end;a saddle arcuately formed about an axis to coaxially retain therein the saddle ends of the respective axle stub ends, and defining a recess that substantially bisects the axis.2. The fabricated drop axle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:{'b': '1', 'a pair of support braces, each support brace arcuately formed about the axis and mated to the saddle and the saddle end of each spaced apart axle stub end, p wherein the support brace and the saddle substantially and oppositely circumscribe the saddle end of each spaced apart axle stub end.'}3. The fabricated drop axle assembly of claim 2 , further comprising: a pair of opposed tab segments, each tab segment abutting and mated to one of the opposed saddle ends; and', 'a bridge segment joining the tab segments, having a span defined by the recess and abutting and mating both sides of the saddle., 'a top plate comprising4. The fabricated drop axle assembly of claim 3 , further comprising:a bottom plate comprising first and second ends to abut and mate the saddle end of each of the axle stub ends, and sides abutting and mating both sides of the saddle.5. A saddle for a fabricated drop axle assembly claim 3 , the saddle being arcuately formed about an axis to coaxially retain therein a pair of spaced apart and opposed axle stub ends claim 3 , and defining a recess that substantially bisects the axis.6. A method of manufacturing a saddle for a fabricated drop axle assembly claim 3 , the method comprising:forming a saddle plate by removing a substantially central portion of a blank to define an aperture;pressing the saddle plate substantially across the aperture about an axis over an arcuate die having a radius corresponding to a ...

AXLE ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A WHEEL END AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

An axle housing assembly includes an axle housing that includes a center portion and a first arm portion that extends from the center portion. The axle housing assembly further includes a wheel end housing that includes a wheel end body that extends from the first arm portion and a spindle that extends from the wheel end body. 1. A method of manufacturing an axle housing assembly comprising:providing an axle housing having a center portion and first and second arm portions extending in opposing directions from the center portion, the first arm portion including an end surface that faces away from the center portion; a wheel end body having an inboard end surface and an outboard end surface disposed opposite the inboard end surface;', 'a spindle having a first spindle end surface and a second spindle end surface disposed opposite the first spindle end surface, wherein the spindle is mounted to the wheel end body by engaging the first spindle end surface to the outboard end surface and welding the spindle to the wheel end body; and', 'a mounting flange that is welded to the wheel end body and is spaced apart from the spindle; and, 'providing a wheel end housing that includesmounting the wheel end housing to the axle housing by engaging the inboard end surface to the end surface and welding the wheel end housing to the axle housing, wherein the mounting flange is axially positioned closer to the axle housing than the spindle.2. The method of wherein the mounting flange is axially positioned closer to the axle housing than the outboard end surface.3. The method of wherein providing the wheel end housing further comprises mounting claim 1 , a suspension interface plate to the wheel end body between the inboard end surface and the outboard end surface.4. The method of claim I wherein the inboard end surface is a ring having a first inner diameter claim 1 , the outboard end surface is a ring having a second inner diameter claim 1 , and the first inner diameter is greater ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TIRE RIMS CONFIGURED TO RECEIVE GRAVITY-BASED DEVICES

Systems and methods for accommodating gravity based devices within wheel rims. An exemplary method includes identifying a number of the gravity based devices to be contained within the wheel, identifying a type of each of the gravity based devices to be contained within the wheel, identifying, based on the type and the number of the gravity based devices, a location where each of the gravity based devices are to be installed within the wheel (i.e., the air hole locations), and generating holes in the rim, where the number of the holes equals the number of the gravity based devices, and where for each air hole location in the air hole locations a single hole in the holes is generated 1. A rim of a wheel generated by a process comprising:identifying a number of gravity based devices to be contained within the wheel;identifying a type of each of the gravity based devices to be contained within the wheel;identifying, based on the type and the number of the gravity based devices, a location where each of the gravity based devices are to be installed within the wheel, to yield air hole locations; andgenerating holes in the rim, wherein a number of the holes equals the number of the gravity based devices, where for each air hole location in the air hole locations a single hole in the rim is generated.2. The rim of claim 1 , wherein the process further comprises attaching the gravity based devices to the wheel claim 1 , where the gravity based devices receive air through the holes.3. The rim of claim 2 , wherein the process further comprises attaching a tire to the wheel such that the tire claim 2 , under pressure claim 2 , is sealed to the rim.4. The rim of claim 1 , wherein the gravity based devices comprise a short stroke pump and a long stroke pump.5. The rim of claim 1 , wherein the gravity based devices are pumps which can modify interior pressure of a tire attached to the wheel.6. The rim of claim 1 , wherein the gravity based devices are electrical generators.7. The ...

WHEEL HUB AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A WHEEL HUB

A wheel hub includes a one-piece hub base body configured to surround at least a portion of a rolling-element bearing, the base body having a first axial end region configured to attach to a wheel adapter and/or to a wheel and a second axial end region axially opposite the first axial end region. An annular reinforcing body, which may be a metal band, is mounted on a radially outer surface of the second axial end region and connected to the radially outer surface at a joint. 1. A wheel hub comprising:a one-piece hub base body configured to surround at least a portion of a rolling-element bearing, the base body having a first axial end region configured to attach to a wheel adapter and/or to a wheel and a second axial end region axially opposite the first axial end region, andan annular body mounted on a radially outer surface of the second axial end region and being connected to the radially outer surface at a joint.2. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body is not a wheel flange.3. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body includes a target for an antilock braking system (ABS).4. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body is an ABS ring.5. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the radially outer surface is cylindrical or conical.6. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body is attached to the hub base body by a press-fit or by brazing or by friction welding.7. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body is substantially cylindrical.8. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body is configured one-piece.9. The wheel hub according to claim 1 , wherein the annular body comprises a reinforcing band.10. The wheel hub according to claim 9 , wherein the reinforcing band comprises metal.11. The wheel hub according to claim 9 ,wherein the reinforcing band has a radially inner surface and a radially outer surface and has an axial width a radial thickness ...

Bead lock systems and methods

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section.

TUBELESS VALVE ASSEMBLY

A bicycle wheel comprises a rim and a valve assembly. The rim includes a radially inner wall having an inner opening and a radially outer wall having an outer opening. A first portion of the rim includes a first securing feature (e.g., inner threads). The valve assembly is positioned in the inner opening and outer opening and includes a second securing feature (e.g., outer threads) engaging the first securing feature. The rim can include a plate that defines the first engaging feature. The valve assembly preferably includes a valve stem and a resilient bumper coupled to the valve stem and aligned with a second portion of the rim. The valve assembly can further include a seal member compressed between the valve stem and the rim. Preferably, the seal member is positioned in an annular groove in an underside of an enlarged head of the valve stem. 1. An apparatus comprising: an axle;', 'a hub mounted for rotation on the axle;', 'a rim mounted for rotation with the hub, the rim including a radially inner wall having an inner opening and a radially outer wall having an outer opening,', 'a receptacle having a slot and a cam surface; and', 'a valve assembly positioned in the inner opening and the outer opening, the valve assembly including a post having a tab that is configured to extend through the slot and slide against the cam surface., 'a bicycle wheel comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an insert coupled to the rim claim 1 , wherein the insert includes the receptacle claim 1 , and wherein the insert is coupled to the radially outer wall at the outer opening.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the insert is secured to the radially outer wall with adhesive or fasteners.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cam surface is disposed along an underside of the receptacle.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the receptacle includes an opening that is aligned with the outer opening and the inner opening.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

VEHICLE WHEEL AND USE

A vehicle wheel may include a rim for receiving a tire and a wheel disk attached to the rim in a cohesive connection, in a force-fitting connection, and/or a form-fitting connection, with an attachment region for releasably attaching to a wheel mount. The wheel disk may be formed of a steel workpiece that is heat-treated at least in certain regions. To provide a utility vehicle wheel vehicle wheel having high operational strength and reliability relative to the prior art, the wheel disk may have at least in a transition region for attaching to the rim a heat-treated structure with at least one of a tensile strength of between 500 and 1300 MPa or a hardness of between 150 and 400 HV 0.1. 110.-. (canceled)11. A vehicle wheel comprising:a rim configured to receive a tire; anda wheel disk attached to the rim by at least one of a cohesive connection, a force-fitting connection, or a form-fitting connection, the wheel disk comprising an attachment region configured to be releasably attached to a wheel mount, wherein the wheel disk is comprised of a steel workpiece that is heat-treated at least in some regions, wherein the wheel disk comprises at least in a transition region configured to be attached to the rim a heat-treated structure with at least one of a tensile strength between 500 and 1300 MPa or a hardness between 150 and 400 HV 0.1.12. The vehicle wheel of wherein the tensile strength of the heat-treated structure if between 800 MPa and 1200 MPa.13. The vehicle wheel of wherein the tensile strength of the heat-treated structure if between 900 MPa and 1050 MPa.14. The vehicle wheel of wherein the hardness of the heat-treated structure if between 250 HV 0.1 and 375 HV 0.1.15. The vehicle wheel of wherein the hardness of the heat-treated structure if between 280 HV 0.1 and 325 HV 0.1.16. The vehicle wheel of wherein the wheel disk is comprised of a hot-forming steel.17. The vehicle wheel of wherein the wheel disk is comprised of an air-hardening steel.18. The vehicle ...

Caster mounting structure

A caster mounting portion has a mounting member housing portion which houses the mounting member, the mounting member has a rotary shaft portion which is pivotally supported in a bearing recessed portion in the mounting member housing portion, an abutment body in which the rotary shaft portion is provided at an eccentric position and which is displaced by rotation to be widened to close the inside of the mounting member housing portion, an upper locking piece which engages with a locking receiving portion of an opposed wall, a lower locking piece which abuts against the bottom face of the aforementioned latching portion, and a locking stepped portion which is urged by a leading end of an elastic arm, climbing over the aforementioned latching portion, and engages with the lathing portion.

TORSION AXLE ASSEMBLY

Disclosed are modular mechanical assemblies formed from durable, corrosion resistant components with sufficient strength to maintain efficient operation. The modular mechanical assemblies include a novel torsion axle assembly having a cartridge that houses a torsion bar with a splined tip. A load bearing, relatively incompressible bushing is optionally disposed about the torsion bar. The cartridge is inserted into an axle tube, and an end cap is placed over the cartridge and torsion bar. The end cap is affixed to the axle tube such that the bushing is secured within a bore in the end cap. The torsion bar tip extends through the bushing and end cap and is secured within a torsion arm. A spindle is also secured within the torsion arm. One or more components of the torsion axle assembly are made from a low alloy, medium carbon steel material that provides corrosion resistance and advantageous yield and ultimate strength properties. One or more components of the assembly can also be coated to improve corrosion resistance. Suitable coating techniques include, but are not limited to liquid ferritic nitrocarburizing, gas nitriding, electroless nickel plating, or a diamond like carbon coating process. 1. A torsion axle assembly comprising (I) a spindle having a conical portion , (II) a torsion bar , (III) a cartridge , and (IV) a torsion arm , wherein:(a) the torsion bar comprises a tip and a first set of splines residing on the tip;(b) the cartridge is disposed about a portion of the torsion bar, wherein the torsion bar tip extends outward from a first end of the cartridge;{'claim-text': ['(i) the torsion bar socket comprises a second set of splines formed on an interior surface of the torsion bar socket,', '(ii) the torsion bar tip extends into the torsion bar socket such that the first set of splines mates to the second set of spines, and', '(iii) the spindle extends into the spindle socket, and the spindle conical portion frictionally engages an interior surface of the ...

Axle Assembly Having a Bowl Cover and a Method of Manufacture

An axle assembly and a method of manufacture. The axle assembly may have an axle housing, a bowl ring, and a bowl cover. The bowl ring may be disposed on a center portion of the axle housing and may extend around a bowl opening. The bowl cover may be disposed on the bowl ring. 1. An axle assembly comprising:an axle housing having a center portion that defines a differential carrier opening and a bowl opening;a bowl ring that is disposed on the center portion and extends around the bowl opening; anda bowl cover that is disposed on the bowl ring.2. The axle assembly of wherein the differential carrier opening is disposed opposite the bowl opening.3. The axle assembly of further comprising a differential carrier that supports a differential and is mounted to the center portion proximate the differential carrier opening claim 2 , wherein at least a portion of the differential extends through the bowl ring and is received in the bowl cover.4. The axle assembly of wherein a ring gear of the differential extends through the bowl ring and is received in the bowl cover.5. The axle assembly of wherein the bowl cover engages the bowl ring and does not engage the axle housing.6. The axle assembly of wherein the bowl cover is made of a fiber reinforced polymer.7. The axle assembly of wherein the fiber reinforced polymer includes carbon fiber.8. The axle assembly of wherein the fiber reinforced polymer includes glass fiber.9. An axle assembly comprising:an axle housing having a center portion that defines a differential carrier opening and a bowl opening;a bowl ring that extends around the bowl opening and has a first surface that is disposed on the center portion and a second surface disposed opposite the first surface; anda bowl cover that has a perimeter surface that extends around the bowl cover and a flange that extends from the perimeter surface, wherein the flange is disposed on the second surface of the bowl ring.10. The axle assembly of wherein the bowl cover has a ...

Method and Apparatus for Constructing a Floating Wheel Cap

Apparatus and method for assembling a floating wheel cap. A bearing is seated into the rear of a passage through an outer disk, against a step, the outer disk offset weighted. A locking ring is fitted into an internal groove in the passage behind the bearing to retain the bearing. The outer disk and the bearing are assembled over a post of an inner disk, the forward end of the post exposed in the front of the assembled outer and inner disks. A second locking ring is fitted to an external groove on the exposed forward end of the post to retain the outer disk on the inner disk. A center ornamental portion cut from an original fixed wheel center cap is cut from the fixed center cap, and attached to the outer disk converting the fixed center cap to a floating center cap. 1. A method for constructing a floating wheel cap , the method comprising: a passage through the outer disk;', 'an outer passage stop in the passage; and', 'an outward facing face;, 'obtaining an outer disk having a closed back;', 'an inner disk post centered on the closed back face and extending out from the closed back face;', 'a cylindrical wall extending out from a periphery of the close back surface defining a recessed volume; and', 'attaching features outside the wall configured to attach the inner disk to a wheel;, 'obtaining an inner disk havinginserting a bearing, into the passage through the outer disk, and against the outer passage stop in the passage;seating an inside retaining ring in the passage behind the bearing to retain the bearing in the passage against the passage bearing seat;sliding the outer disk over the inner disk post;seating an outside retaining ring over the post to retain the outer disk on the inner disk;obtaining an ornamental disk; andattaching an ornamental disk to the face of the outer disk.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining an ornamental disk comprises cutting an ornamental portion of a fixed center cap from a retaining portion to obtain the ornamental disk.3. ...

WHEEL WEIGHT ASSEMBLY AND ATTACHMENT METHOD

A wheel weight assembly with inner and outer weights, inner and outer fasteners, and anti-rotation plates. Inner fasteners can include inner and outer nuts, and a stud that extends through inner weight. Outer nuts can attach to studs and outer fasteners. Anti-rotation plates can fit over outer nuts in recesses of inner weight to prevent rotation of outer nuts. The weight assembly can also include intermediate weight and intermediate fasteners. Intermediate fasteners can include intermediate nuts and studs, where proximal end of stud attaches to inner fastener, and distal end of stud extends into recess of intermediate weight. Intermediate nuts can attach to distal ends of studs, and to outer fasteners. Anti-rotation plates fit over intermediate nuts in recesses of intermediate weight to prevent rotation of intermediate nuts. Anti-rotation plates and recesses can be pear-shaped. Cutouts in anti-rotation plates and intermediate nuts can be polygonal-shaped. 1. A wheel weight assembly for mounting to a vehicle wheel that includes a rim , the wheel weight assembly comprising:an inner weight having a plurality of mounting bores that extend axially through the inner weight, and a plurality of recesses where each mounting bore is located in an associated recess;a plurality of inner fasteners, each inner fastener configured to extend through one of the plurality of mounting bores of the inner weight, each inner fastener having a proximal end configured to attach to the rim and a distal end configured to attach in the associated recess;a plurality of anti-rotation plates, each anti-rotation plate configured to cooperate with the distal end of one of the plurality of inner fasteners within the associated recess of the inner weight;an outer weight having a plurality of mounting bores that extend axially through the outer weight; anda plurality of outer fasteners, each outer fastener configured to extend through one of the mounting bores of the outer weight and attach to the ...

ROLLER AND ATTACHMENT DAMPING PART FOR A ROLLER

A roller has a wheel, a wheel axle and a pin which protrudes upward from a housing of the roller. A sleeve sits on the pin and is spaced apart from the pin radially and axially upward by a damping material arranged between the sleeve and the pin, the damping material being arranged so that all axial and/or radial contact between the pin and the sleeve is prevented. Alternatively, an attachment damping part can be arranged on a pin of the roller in overlap with the pin, wherein the attachment damping part has an inner sleeve and an outer sleeve, the inner sleeve being spaced apart radially and axially upward by a damping material arranged between the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve. The damping material is arranged in such a way that all axial and/or radial contact between the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve is prevented. 124-. (canceled)25. A roller comprising:a wheel,a wheel axle on which the wheel is mounted,a pin that protrudes upward past a roller housing and has an upward facing pin end face, anda sleeve that sits on the pin and is spaced apart from the pin radially by a damping material arranged between the sleeve and the pin, the sleeve having a downward facing end face;wherein the sleeve is also spaced apart from the pin axially above by the damping material arranged between the sleeve and the pin,wherein the damping material is arranged so that all axial and/or radial contact between the sleeve and the pin is prevented,wherein the damping material is arranged to overlap the pin end face and the sleeve end face, andwherein the damping material designed to overlap the pin end face leaves a through opening extending in a direction of a central axis (x) of the pin.26. The roller according to claim 25 , wherein the damping material is disposed between two radially opposite surfaces formed by an outer surface of the pin and an inner surface of the sleeve.27. The roller according to claim 25 , wherein the sleeve has a mounting formation assigned to the pin end ...

Tapered replacement spindle and seal ring assemblies

A tractor or trailer axle replacement spindle and seal ring assembly includes a spindle with an elongate cylindrical body having bearing surfaces and threads. The seal ring is a shorter cylindrical component having an opening sized to achieve an interference fit with the spindle. The exterior surface of the spindle and the interior surface of the ring seal include complementary oblique, shoulders bounded by regions of constant diameter. The spindle also includes a shoulder or flange at its end opposite the threads which positively axially locates the seal ring thereon. When the two components are to be assembled, the seal ring is heated to several hundred degrees Fahrenheit and slid onto the spindle until the seal ring contacts the shoulder or flange on the spindle.

Omnidirectional wheel

The omnidirectional wheel includes a first support portion which rotates around a rotation axis line, a second support portion which rotates together with the first plate-like member, a number of support shafts respectively supporting a number of rollers, and a number of support plates fixed to the first and the second support portions and which support one or more of the support shafts between the first and second support portions.

SINGLE PIECE WHEEL RIM

A method of manufacturing a wheel sub-assembly for a wheel of a very large vehicle, such as those used for mobile cranes, quarry excavation or transport of mined material. The method includes providing first and second cylindrical blank components and an annular disc blank; press forming the first blank component to form a one piece, axially outer rim portion; press forming the second blank component to form a one piece, axially inner rim portion; circumferentially Joining, the outer and inner rim portions to form an annular wheel rim having a base; machining the inside diameter of the wheel rim base; press forming the disc blank to form a press-formed disc; machining the outside edge of the press-formed disc; press fitting the press-formed disc to the wheel rim base at the machined inside diameter; and welding the press-formed disc to the wheel rim base at the machined inside diameter. 1. A method of manufacturing a wheel sub-assembly for a wheel of a very large vehicle , the wheel having an axis of rotation , the method comprising the steps of:providing a first cylindrical blank component, a second cylindrical blank component and an annular disc blank;press forming the first blank component to form a one piece, axially outer rim portion;press forming the second blank component to form a one piece, axially inner rim portion;circumferentially joining the outer and inner rim portions to form an annular wheel rim having a base;machining the inside diameter of the wheel rim base;press forming the disc blank to form a press-formed disc;machining the outside edge of the press-formed disc;press fitting the press-formed disc to the wheel rim base at the machined inside diameter;welding the press-formed disc to the wheel rim base at the machined inside diameter.2. A method of manufacturing a wheel sub-assembly for a very large vehicle according to wherein the step of press forming the first blank component to form an outer rim portion comprises multiple press forming ...

STRUCTURALLY SUPPORTED TIRE

A structurally supported tire includes a ground contacting annular tread portion, an annular hoop structure for supporting a load on the tire, a means for attachment to a vehicle rim, and a ply structure secured to a first axial limit and extending radially outward and between the hoop structure and the tread portion and further extending radially inward from between the hoop structure and tread portion to a second axial limit. The ply structure is secured to both the first axial limit and the second axial limit. The tread portion is secured to a radially outer surface of the ply structure. The hoop structure is secured to a radially inner surface of the ply structure. 116-. (canceled)17. A method for non-pneumatically supporting a load comprising the steps of:securing a single ply structure to a vehicle rim;clamping the single ply structure to the vehicle rim;extending the single ply structure from the vehicle rim to a radially outer surface of a hoop structure;further extending the single ply structure from the radially outer surface of the hoop structure to the vehicle rim;securing the single ply structure to the vehicle rim; andsupporting the load by a compressive hoop strength of the hoop structure and a tensile strength of part of the ply structure.1816. The method as set forth in claim further including the step of stretching the ply structure up over the hoop structure.1916. The method as set forth in claim further including the step of decreasing an axial distance between a first part of the vehicle rim and a second part of the vehicle rim such that the axial distance is less than an axial width of the tread portion.2016. The method as set forth in claim further including the step of attaching the ply structure to a radially outer surface of the hoop structure.2116. The method as set forth in claim further including the step of attaching a tread portion to a radially outer surface of the ply structure. The present invention relates generally to vehicle ...

Method for Producing Chassis Components for Commercial Vehicles by Means of Friction Welding, and Corresponding Axle Unit

The invention relates to a method for producing chassis components for commercial vehicles, comprising the following steps: providing a first element and a second element, wherein the first element has a first contact region, in which it is designed essentially rotationally symmetrically about a rotational axis, and wherein the second element has a second contact region, which is curved and arranged opposite the first contact region; causing one of the elements to rotate about the rotational axis relative to the respective other element; pressing the elements against one another such as to generate friction between the second contact region and the first contact region and partial melting in the first and second contact regions; delaying the rotation of the elements relative to one another, wherein the partially melted regions transition into the solid state and a bonded connection is established between the first element and the second element. 110-. (canceled)11. A method for producing chassis components for commercial vehicles , comprising the following steps:providing a first element and a second element, wherein the first element has a first contact region that is substantially rotationally symmetrically about a rotational axis, and wherein the second element has a second contact region which is curved and arranged opposite the first contact region;causing one of the first and second elements to rotate about the rotational axis relative to the other first and second element;pressing the first and second elements against one another such as to generate friction between the second contact region and the first contact region and partial melting in the first and second contact regions; anddelaying the rotation of the first and second elements relative to one another, wherein the partially melted regions transition into a solid state and a bonded connection is established between the first element and the second element.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the first ...

Bicycle hub unit and bicycle wheel assembly

To provide a bicycle hub unit and a bicycle wheel assembly that allow a wheel unit to be appropriately coupled to a hub body, a bicycle hub unit is coupled to a rotary body to which a brake is applied by a brake device. The bicycle hub unit includes a hub body that rotates around a hub axle and a rotary body coupling portion that couples the rotary body to the hub body. The hub body includes a first joint portion and a second joint portion. The first joint portion includes an external thread coupled to an internal thread of the wheel unit. The second joint portion is coupled to a restriction member that restricts relative rotation of the first joint portion and the wheel unit.

WHEEL FOR A VEHICLE

A storage device for an extractable hose arranged in an installation space. The storage device includes a first housing member defining a first storage compartment. The first storage compartment is configured to house at least a portion of the hose which is extractable from the first storage compartment via a hose port arranged at the first housing member. The first housing member includes at least one spatial curved wall section eluding the contour of at least one module extending into the installation space. 11. A wheel () comprising:{'b': 2', '3', '2, 'a. a rim () and a wheel center () interconnected to the rim ();'}{'b': 3', '4', '14', '2, 'b. wherein the wheel center () comprises at least one spoke () extending from a wheel hub () to the rim () in a radial direction,'}{'b': 2', '4', '12, 'c. wherein the rim () comprises per the at least one spoke () a first contact area (), and'}{'b': 4', '13', '12, 'd. the at least one spoke () comprises at its outer end a second contact area () which in a mounted position is aligned to the first contact area (),'}{'b': 4', '15', '4, 'e. wherein the at least one spoke () comprises at least one hollow space () extending in the radial direction of the spoke ().'}21151216. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one hollow space () penetrates the second contact area () forming a mouth ().31131615. The wheel () according to claim 2 , wherein the second contact area () encompasses the mouth () of the at least one hollow space ().4134415. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein in at least one cross-section () of the spoke () at least two hollow spaces () are arranged next to each other.5115. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein a wall of the hollow space () is coated by a protective material.612112131213. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein an intermediate element () is arranged between the at least one first and the at least one second contact area ( claim 1 , ) preventing at least partially ...

STAMPED WHEEL BALANCING WEIGHT

A wheel-balancing weight mounts to a wheel with a flange. The weight includes a body and a clip. The body is stamped by a punch to define a pocket within which an attaching portion of the clip resides. The defined pocket has a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base. The body as stamped by the punch includes a pre-stake for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base. 1. A wheel balancing weight for mounting to a wheel with a flange , the weight including a body and a clip , the body for providing a predetermined mass to the weight and the clip for securely grasping the flange to secure the weight thereto , the body having an attaching face and a pocket defined in the attaching face within which an attaching portion of the clip resides , the defined pocket having a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base , the body also including a pre-stake zone in the attaching face generally external to the pocket and adjacent each side wall , the body further including an undercut defined within the pocket adjacent each side wall , each defined undercut being generally located at a juncture of the respective side wall and the base ,each pre-stake zone including a securing ridge of material over an adjacent edge of the attaching portion of the clip resident within the pocket, each pre-stake zone also including an enlarged notch in the attaching face, the securing ridge and the enlarged notch of the pre-stake zone following a respective side wall thereof, the securing ridge being immediately adjacent the respective side wall and being bordered on one lateral side thereof by the respective side wall and on the other lateral side thereof by the respective enlarged notch, each enlarged notch having a V-formation in cross-section, the securing ridges in combination securing the ...

TIRE RIM STRUCTURE AND TIRE

A tire rim structure including an annular inner ring () provided on the inner ring of a tire body () and a circular outer ring () provided on the outside of the tire body (), fixedly connected to the annular inner ring (), and formed by stamping. The annular inner ring () includes an annular inner ring body () formed by extrusion, an annular left ring () provided at one side of the annular inner ring body () and formed by extrusion, and an annular right ring () provided at the other side of the annular inner ring body (), connected to the circular outer ring (), and formed by extrusion. A shaft hole () is provided at the middle part of the circular outer ring (). By breaking down a tire rim into the annular inner ring body (), the left ring (), the right ring (), and the outer ring () connected to the right ring, each of the components composing the tire rim can be processed and formed via extrusion or stamping processes, this provides increased consistency compared with an existing tire rim that is integrally processed and formed via a casting process, thus allowing for increased structural strength and simplified manufacturing process. 1. A tire rim structure , wherein the tire rim structure comprises an annular inner ring provided on an inner ring of a tire body and a circular outer ring provided on an outside of the tire body , fixedly connected to the annular inner ring , and formed by stamping; the annular inner ring includes an annular inner ring body formed by extrusion , an annular left ring provided at one side of the annular inner ring body and formed by extrusion , and an annular right ring provided at the other side of the annular inner ring body , connected to the circular outer ring , and formed by extrusion; a shaft hole is provided at a middle part of the circular outer ring.2. The tire rim structure of claim 1 , wherein the annular inner ring body is an axisymmetric structural body.3. The tire rim structure of claim 1 , wherein at least one ...

Wheel

A wheel comprising a rim portion and a centre portion for supporting the rim portion, wherein the rim portion is adapted to allow attachment of the centre portion to the rim at a selected position of a plurality of available positions. In one arrangement the available positions are disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel. There is also provided the rim and the centre portion and a method for constructing the wheel.

Axle Assembly With Inboard Axle Shaft Bearings That Support A Differential Mechanism

An axle assembly having a housing, a ring gear received in the housing, a ring gear bearing, a pair of shafts, a differential mechanism and a pair of inboard bearings. The ring gear bearing contacts the housing and the ring gear to support the ring gear for rotation about an axis. The shafts are received in the housing and rotate about the axis. Each of the shafts has a bearing mount and a male splined segment. The differential mechanism has a pair of output members, each of which having a splined internal aperture into which the male splined segment of one of the shafts is slidably received. Each shaft bearing is disposed on the bearing mount of one of the axle shafts and supports the shafts for rotation on the housing. The differential mechanism is supported for rotation about the axis by the ring gear bearing and the inboard bearings. 1. A method for forming an axle shaft , the method comprising:providing a wheel flange having a rotational axis, the wheel flange defining a shaft portion, a first joint member and a containment lip, the first joint member having an annular shape and extending along the rotational axis concentric with the shaft portion such that an annular weld cavity is formed radially between the first joint member and the shaft portion, the containment lip being fixedly coupled to the shaft portion and extending radially outwardly therefrom, the containment lip bounding a distal end of the annular weld cavity;providing a tubular shaft that defines a second joint member;causing relative rotation between the wheel flange and the tubular shaft while engaging the first and second joint members to one another to thereby form a friction weld that retains the wheel flange to the tubular shaft;wherein portions of the first and second joint members are extruded during the formation of the friction weld, the extruded portions of the first and second joint members being received into the annular weld cavity radially inward of the containment lip.2. The ...

AXLE AND SPINDLE FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE AND METHOD

An axle assembly includes a central tube and an axle spindle. The axle spindle is fixed to the central tube. The axle spindle has a tubular first section and a tubular second section extending from the first section. The second section has an outer diameter. The second section has a bearing support surface. A tubular transition section is located between the first section and the second section. An annular shoulder portion is formed in an axial end segment of the tubular transition section adjacent the second section. The shoulder portion has at least one annular profile located in the shoulder portion between the annular shoulder surface and the bearing support surface. The annular profile is defined by a surface with a diameter not less than the outer diameter of the second section. An antilock braking system sensor bracket locator nub is integrally formed in the tubular transition section. An antilock braking system sensor bracket engages the antilock braking system sensor bracket locator nub for proper positioning of an antilock braking system sensor. 1. An axle assembly for a heavy-duty vehicle , the axle assembly comprising:a central tube; a tubular first cylindrical section having a portion with a first outer diameter, an end surface of the first cylindrical section being connectable with the central tube of the axle spindle;', 'a tubular second cylindrical section integrally formed with and extending in a direction away from the first cylindrical section, the second cylindrical section having at least one bearing support surface for receiving and supporting a bearing assembly of the hub and having a second outer diameter less than the first outer diameter;', 'a tubular transition section integrally formed with and located between the tubular first cylindrical section and the tubular second cylindrical section; and', 'a chucking land pad formed in the tubular transition section, the chucking land pad for engagement with a tool to induce relative rotational ...

Wheel Cover Assembly with Installable Wheel Rib and Wheel Cover

A wheel cover assembly for a vehicle wheel may include a wheel rib that is attachable to a rim inner surface of a wheel rim of the vehicle wheel, a cover body having a cover body outer surface, a cover body inner surface, and a cover body outer edge having an outer diameter that is greater than an inner diameter of the wheel rib and less than an inner diameter of an open end flange of the wheel rim. A cover mounting mechanism operatively connected to the cover body has a cover locking position wherein the cover mounting mechanism engages the wheel rib to retain the wheel rib between the cover mounting mechanism and the cover body and secure the wheel cover assembly to the vehicle wheel when the wheel rib is attached to the rim inner surface. 1. A wheel cover assembly for a vehicle wheel having a wheel rim with a rim inner surface , an open end flange having an open end flange inner diameter , the wheel cover assembly comprising:a wheel rib having an annular shape, a rib inner diameter, and a rib outer diameter that is less than the open end flange inner diameter so that the wheel rib is attachable to the rim inner surface of the wheel rim to extend inward from the rim inner surface of the wheel rim proximate the open end flange;a cover body having a cover body outer surface, a cover body inner surface opposite the cover body outer surface, and a cover body outer edge having a cover body outer diameter that is greater than the rib inner diameter and less than the open end flange inner diameter; anda cover mounting mechanism operatively connected to the cover body and having a cover locking position wherein the cover mounting mechanism engages the wheel rib when the cover body inner surface is facing the wheel rib and engaging one of the wheel rib and the rim inner surface to retain the wheel rib between the cover mounting mechanism and the cover body and secure the wheel cover assembly to the vehicle wheel When the wheel rib is attached to the rim inner surface.2. ...

Method for Producing an Axle Housing of a Vehicle Axle, and Axle Housing of a Vehicle Axle

The invention relates to a method for producing an axle housing of a vehicle axle, by means of integrally connecting an axle tube (1) to an axle shaft (2) which is positioned on the longitudinal axis (L) of the axle tube, is equipped with bearing surfaces (3) for mounting a vehicle wheel, and has a tube cross-section facing said axle tube (1) which is substantially the same as the tube cross-section of the axle tube. In order to develop a welding method for the production of an axle housing that consists of an axle tube and an axle shaft secured thereto, which method is optimised in terms of the dynamic loads to which the axle housing is typically subjected in a driving operation, the method comprises the following steps: •—arranging the axle tube (1) and the axle shaft (2), with the abutting surfaces of their tube cross-sections positioned coaxially to one another, in a workpiece receiving portion of a welding installation (10), said welding installation additionally comprising an arc welding device (11) and a laser welding device (12) which is operated in parallel, •—continuously miming a weld seam (20) in the peripheral direction of the tube cross-sections, both welding devices (11, 12) being directed, actively and from the outside, onto substantially the same peripheral section of the abutting surfaces, wherein the laser beam (S) meets the outside (14) of the tube at right angles, and intersects the longitudinal axis (L) of the axle tube (1), and •—stopping running the weld seam (20) once this has passed over a peripheral angle of at least 360°. A corresponding axle housing is also disclosed.

Wheel

The disclosure provides a wheel. The wheel includes: a rim (), a surface of an axial end of the rim () forming a first connecting surface (); a spoke (), a part of a surface of an axial end of the spoke () forming a second connecting surface (), wherein the spoke () is laser welded with the first connecting surface () by the second connecting surface (); and a welding bead structure () for fixedly connecting the rim () and the spoke () is formed at a contact position between the first connecting surface () and the second connecting surface (), and the welding bead structure () is formed by a part of the rim () and a part of the spoke () being melted and then connected.

HYBRID METAL AND COMPOSITE POLYMER WHEELS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

Presented are hybrid metal and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite wheels for vehicle wheel assemblies, methods for making/using such wheels, and motor vehicles equipped with such wheels. A wheel for a motor vehicle wheel assembly includes a wheel face with multiple spokes that are circumferentially spaced about and project radially outward from a central hub. The central hub rotatably attaches to the vehicle's body, e.g., via a corner module. The wheel face is fabricated, e.g., as a one-piece structure, from an FRP material. A wheel barrel, which circumscribes the wheel face, includes an annular rim that mounts thereon an inflatable tire. The wheel barrel is fabricated, e.g., as a one-piece structure, from a metallic material. Multiple overmold through holes and/or inset tabs are circumferentially spaced about the annular rim. The FRP material extends through and/or surrounds the overmold through holes/inset tabs and thereby mounts the wheel face to the wheel barrel.

Insert Element For A Vehicle Wheel And Vehicle Wheel With At Least One Such Insert Element

An insert element for a vehicle wheel comprises several supporting bodies for supporting the insert element on supporting surfaces of the vehicle wheel. The supporting bodies have a supporting shoulder, which can be brought to bear against a supporting surface of the vehicle wheel, and a fastening extension with an axial hollow channel and with at least one outwardly protruding locking projection, arranged at an axial distance from the supporting shoulder, for engaging behind an installation opening reaching through the supporting surface of the vehicle wheel. The supporting bodies are designed as elastomer components which are elastically deformable in the radial and axial direction and sit with their hollow channel on a supporting core. The supporting cores bear a radially protruding retaining flange and are held on the rear side on the insert element.

SIGNAL CONNECTOR FOR A BATTERY MODULE

The present disclosure relates to a battery module that includes a housing having a first opening configured to receive one or more battery cells and an electrical component, a housing cover configured to be disposed over the first opening to enclose the one or more battery cells and the electrical component in the housing, a signal connector disposed within the housing and electrically coupled to the electrical component, where the signal connector is configured to be actuated from a first position to a second position, and a vent port in alignment with the signal connector such that the signal connector is accessible to a push device passing through the vent port to facilitate directing the signal connector into the second position and toward a second opening of the housing cover when the housing cover is disposed over the first opening. 1. A battery module , comprising:a housing comprising a first opening configured to receive one or more battery cells and an electrical component;a housing cover configured to be disposed over the first opening to enclose the one or more battery cells and the electrical component in the housing;a signal connector disposed within the housing and electrically coupled to the electrical component, wherein the signal connector is configured to be actuated from a first position to a second position; anda vent port in alignment with the signal connector such that a push member of the signal connector is accessible to a push device passing through the vent port to facilitate directing the signal connector into the second position and toward a second opening of the housing cover when the housing cover is disposed over the first opening.2. The battery module of claim 1 , comprising a laser weld coupling the signal connector to the housing cover such that the signal connector may receive an output connector to enable communication with a control module.3. The battery module of claim 2 , wherein the signal connector comprises an absorbent ...

REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC COMPONENTS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF

Disclosed herein are systems and techniques for producing complex components using a reinforced thermoplastic material. The complex components can include contoured or curved outer surfaces, and in some cases define a cavity. In certain examples, one or more thermoplastic materials are arranged to form a wheel component, such as that adapted to define a rim of the bicycle. Thermal bonding can be used to join multiple reinforced thermoplastic materials to one another in order to form a cavity of the wheel component or other complex shape. In certain examples, a portion of a tooling assembly can be pressurized to maintain a shape of the cavity during thermal bonding and cooling. This can remove the need for a sacrificial bladder or other structure that would maintain the shape of the cavity, allowing for a seamless final component, optionally absent indicia of bladder exit or other seams. 1. A wheel component , comprising:a rim bed portion at least partially defining a cavity and defining an outer annular surface, the outer annular surface configured to engage a bicycle tire; anda main structure portion at least partially defining the cavity; wherein:the rim bed portion comprises a reinforced thermoplastic material;the main structure portion comprises a reinforced thermoplastic material; andthe rim bed portion is bonded to the main structure portion to form an integral structure.2. The wheel component of claim 1 , wherein:the main structure portion comprises a wall portion formed from the reinforced thermoplastic material, andthe reinforced thermoplastic material of the wall portion comprises a plurality of overlapping plies defining a radial crossply.3. The wheel component of claim 2 , wherein:the plurality of overlapping plies comprises a first ply having a first edge; andthe first edge defines a bias angle of between 22.5 and 75 degrees relative to a radius extending from the outer annular surface to a center axis of a continuous circle defined by the outer annular ...

WHEEL WEIGHT ASSEMBLY

A wheel weight assembly for a vehicle that has a wheel hub. The wheel weight assembly includes a wheel weight and a mounting assembly. The wheel weight includes a mounting aperture that defines a fixed axis. The mounting assembly is positioned in the mounting apertures and pivots relative thereto. The mounting assembly includes a hook and a rotator. The hook is positioned laterally inboard of the wheel hub, while the rotator is positioned laterally outboard of the wheel weight and is coupled to the hook. The rotator is configured to rotate the hook from a first position to a second position. In the first position, the hook not engaged with the wheel hub, but in the second position, the hook is engaged with the wheel hub. 1. A wheel weight assembly for a vehicle having a wheel hub , the wheel weight assembly comprising:a wheel weight comprising a mounting aperture, the mounting aperture defining a fixed axis; and a hook that is positioned laterally inboard of the wheel hub; and', 'a rotator that is positioned laterally outboard of the wheel weight and coupled to the hook, the rotator being configured to rotate the hook, about the fixed axis, from a first position, in which the hook is not engaged with the wheel hub, to a second position in which the hook is engaged with the wheel hub., 'a mounting assembly that is positioned in the mounting aperture so as to pivot relative thereto, the mounting assembly comprising2. The wheel weight assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wheel weight comprises a laterally outboard surface and a recess that is positioned laterally inboard thereof claim 1 , the fixed axis intersects the recess claim 1 , and the rotator is in contact with the recess when the hook is in the second position.3. The wheel weight assembly of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the wheel weight and the wheel hub comprises an aligner and the other of the wheel weight and the wheel hub comprises an alignment slot claim 1 , and the aligner is positioned in the ...

BICYCLE HUB ASSEMBLY

The bicycle hub assembly includes a hub axle, a hub body, a bearing unit, a lock member, and a tool engagement member. The bearing unit is configured to rotatably support the hub body around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis. The bearing unit includes an outer race, an inner race and a plurality of rolling members. The lock member prevents the inner race of the bearing unit from rotating relative to the hub axle. The tool engagement member is configured to rotate the inner race of the bearing unit relative to the hub axle. 1. A bicycle hub assembly comprising:a hub axle having a first end, a second end opposite to the first end in an axial direction parallel to a rotational center axis of the bicycle hub assembly and an axle threaded portion formed on at least one of the first end and the second end;a hub body rotatably supported around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis;a bearing unit configured to rotatably support the hub body around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis and including an outer race, an inner race and a plurality of rolling members disposed between the outer race and the inner race, the inner race having a first torque-transmitting portion and a bearing threaded portion configured to threadedly engage with the axle threaded portion of the hub axle;a lock member configured to prevent the inner race of the bearing unit from rotating relative to the hub axle in a state where the bearing unit and the lock member are mounted to the hub axle, the lock member having a first tool-engagement portion and a lock-member threaded portion configured to threadedly engage with the axle threaded portion; anda tool engagement member configured to rotate the inner race of the bearing unit relative to the hub axle and having a second tool-engagement portion and a second torque-transmitting portion configured to engage with the first torque-transmitting portion of the inner race.2. The bicycle hub assembly ...

Vehicle wheel hub assembly

A vehicle wheel hub assembly including an axle extending along an axial axis, a hub shell with a hub flange that is rotatable about the axle, a bearing and at least one spoke assembled and connected to the hub flange at the opening. The hub flange includes an opening to receive the spoke. The axle includes an aperture that serves to provide assembly clearance to reduce or eliminate deformation of the spoke during the assembly of the spoke with the opening.

WHEEL FOR VEHICLES AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

A wheel for vehicles may include a rim coupled to a tire, and a spoke-shaped disc including a spoke and a vent hole, the spoke-shaped disc being coupled to a side surface of the rim to support the rim, in which a coupling zone between the spoke of the spoke-shaped disc and the rim and a coupling zone between a portion of the spoke-shaped disc formed with the vent hole and the rim have a height difference in a wheel axis direction, to allow the spoke-shaped disc to support the rim at an interior and an exterior of the rim. 14-. (canceled)5: A method for manufacturing a wheel for vehicles , the method comprising:forming a rim configured to be coupled to a tire and a spoke-shaped disc including a spoke and a vent hole; andcoupling the spoke-shaped disc to a side surface of the rim such that a coupling zone between the spoke of the spoke-shaped disc and the rim and a coupling zone between a portion of the spoke-shaped disc formed with the vent hole and the rim have a height difference in a wheel axis direction, to allow the spoke-shaped disc to support the rim at an interior and an exterior of the rim.6: The method of claim 5 , wherein an end of the spoke of a peripheral portion of the spoke-shaped disc is coupled to an exterior position of the rim claim 5 , and a vent hole position end claim 5 , corresponding to an end of the portion formed with the vent hole claim 5 , of the peripheral portion of the spoke-shaped disc is coupled to an interior position of the rim.7: The method of claim 5 , wherein an end of the spoke and the portion formed with the vent hole are coupled claim 5 , via welding claim 5 , to positions of the rim having a height difference in the wheel axis direction.8: The method of claim 6 , wherein the end of the spoke and the portion formed with the vent hole are coupled claim 6 , via welding claim 6 , to positions of the rim having a height difference in the wheel axis direction.9: The method of claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , after the rim is formed of ...

AXEL ASSEMBLY

An axle assembly having a wheel flange with a central opening and a slot having an end dimensioned to fit within the wheel flange central opening. A molten binder, such as molten zinc, fills the space in between the wheel central opening and the shaft end. Upon cooling, the binder locks the wheel flange and shaft together. 1. An axle assembly comprising:a wheel flange having a central opening,a shaft having an end dimensioned to fit within said wheel flange central opening,a binder which fills a space between said wheel central opening and said shaft end and locks said wheel flange and said shaft together.2. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said wheel flange is constructed from powdered metal.3. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said wheel flange is planar in shape.4. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said wheel flange includes at least one through hole positioned radially outwardly from said central opening claim 1 , said binder extending through and filing said through hole.5. The axle assembly as defined in and comprising a plurality of through holes.6. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said through holes are circumferentially equidistantly spaced around said central opening.7. The axle assembly as defined in wherein an outer surface of said one end of said shaft is splined.8. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said shaft is constructed from a steel alloy.9. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said wheel central opening is noncircular in shape.10. The axle assembly as defined in wherein said wheel central opening comprises a plurality of circumferentially spaced cutouts.11. A method for constructing an axle assembly comprising the steps of:forming a wheel flange with a central opening,machining an elongated shaft so that one end of the shaft has a smaller cross sectional shape than said central opening of said wheel flange,positioning said one end of said shaft into said wheel flange central opening,filing a space between said ...

AXLE FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES

An axle for heavy-duty vehicles, the axle comprising first and second grooves formed about the axle. The first and second grooves include a cross-sectional geometry that forms integrated annular fixturing locations about the axle for selectively mounting a component of a braking system. 1. An axle for heavy-duty vehicles , said axle comprising:a first groove formed about said axle; anda second groove formed about the axle;wherein said first and second grooves each include a cross-sectional geometry forming integrated annular fixturing locations about said axle, andwherein a selected one or both of said first and second grooves is utilized to mount a component of a braking system about the axle.2. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 1 , said axle further comprising a spindle fixed to an axial end of the axle claim 1 , said spindle including a shoulder formed inboardly of said axial end;said first and second grooves being formed on said axle inboardly of said shoulder of the spindle.3. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 2 , said first groove being formed a first distance from said shoulder of said spindle claim 2 , said first distance being in the range of from about 3.8 inches to about 6.8 inches.4. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 3 , said first distance being in the range of from about 5.1 inches to about 6.1 inches5. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 3 , said second groove being formed a second distance inboardly from said first groove claim 3 , said second distance being in the range of from about 0.70 inches to about 1.70 inches.6. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 5 , said second distance being in the range of from about 1.0 inches to about 1.4 inches7. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 1 , said cross-sectional geometry of said first and second grooves further comprising a generally trapezoidal shape.8. The axle for heavy-duty vehicles of claim 7 , said cross-sectional geometry including an incline extending axially ...

REMOVABLE SYSTEM FOR COUNTING WHEEL REVOLUTIONS

A system for counting wheel revolutions made by a wheel of a vehicle includes an electronic counter, a transmitter, a housing, and a removable connector. The electronic counter is structured to count a number of wheel revolutions made by the wheel. The transmitter is structured to transmit data from the electronic counter to a remote database. The housing is structured to receive and house the electronic counter. The removable connector is structured to removably attach the housing to a nut anti-loosening device installed on the wheel. 112-. (canceled)13. A counter system for counting revolutions of a wheel of a vehicle , the system comprising:an electronic counter that counts a number of revolutions of the wheel;a transmitter that transmits data from the electronic counter to a remote database;a housing structured to receive the electronic counting device; anda removable connector structured to removably attach the housing to a nut anti-loosening device installed on the wheel.14. The counter system according according to claim 13 , wherein the connector includes at least one first element secured to the housing and structured to cooperate with at least one second element secured to the anti-loosening device.15. The counter system according to claim 14 ,wherein the connector includes an elastic engagement portion,wherein each first element of the at least one first element is a male element, andwherein each second element of the at least one second element is an opening formed in the anti-loosening device.16. The counter system according to claim 13 , further comprising a force absorber structured to take up forces exerted on the housing.17. The counter system according to claim 13 , wherein the electronic counter includes a device for measuring a magnetic field.18. The counter system according to claim 17 , wherein the device for measuring a magnetic field includes two sensors whose sensitive axes are oriented at 90 degrees with respect to each other.19. The ...

Tubular type torsion beam

A tubular type torsion beam is provided. The tubular type torsion beam is manufactured by bending and welding and coupling a plate material. The plate material has a plurality of protrusions disposed on a plurality of side surfaces in a width direction of the vehicle. The torsion beam is manufactured by molding the plate material in a pipe shape by bending the plate material in the width direction and molding the plate material to dispose the plurality of protrusions to contact each other to form a gap between the plurality of side surfaces of the plate material and then welding and coupling the plurality of side surfaces of the plate material.

WHEEL WITH ALUMINUM FOAM FOR TIRE CAVITY NOISE SUPPRESSION

A wheel assembly includes a wheel including a spoke portion radially supporting a rim portion about a central axis, wherein the rim portion presents a radial outer surface relative to the central axis. A tire is mounted to the wheel and cooperates with the wheel to define a tire cavity between the radial outer surface of the rim portion and the tire. A foamed aluminum portion is supported by the wheel, and includes a plurality of pores arranged to define an open-cell foam. The plurality of pores of the foamed aluminum portion is disposed in fluid communication with the tire cavity to absorb noise from within the tire cavity. The foamed aluminum portion may be integrally cast with the wheel, or otherwise affixed to the wheel. 1. A wheel assembly comprising:a wheel concentrically disposed about a central axis and presenting a radial outer surface relative to the central axis; anda foamed aluminum portion supported by the wheel, and including a plurality of pores arranged to define an open-cell foam;wherein the plurality of pores of the foamed aluminum portion are disposed in fluid communication with the radial outer surface of the wheel.2. The wheel assembly set forth in further comprising a tire mounted to the wheel and cooperating with the wheel to define a tire cavity between the radial outer surface of the wheel and the tire claim 1 , with the plurality of pores disposed in fluid communication with the tire cavity.3. The wheel assembly set forth in wherein the wheel includes a spoke portion radially supporting a rim portion about the central axis.4. The wheel assembly set forth in wherein the foamed aluminum portion is integrally cast with one of the rim portion or the spoke portion.5. The wheel assembly set forth in wherein the wheel defines a cavity claim 3 , with the foamed aluminum portion disposed within the cavity.6. The wheel assembly set forth in wherein the rim portion defines an aperture extending between and connecting in fluid communication the cavity ...

REINFORCED AXLE JOINT

An axle and wheel end assembly includes a tubular axle housing with an annular end surface. The axle and wheel end assembly also includes a spindle with an annular end surface welded to the annular end surface of the tubular axle housing at an attachment periphery. The axle and wheel end assembly further includes reinforcing structure fixed to the tubular axle housing and spindle. The reinforcing structure is located to encompass at least a portion of the attachment periphery. 1. An axle and wheel end assembly comprising:an axle housing having an end surface;a spindle having an end surface fixed to the end surface of the axle housing at an attachment periphery; andreinforcing structure fixed to the axle housing and to the spindle, the reinforcing structure being located to encompass at least a portion of the attachment periphery.2. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the reinforcing structure encompasses substantially all of the attachment periphery.3. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the reinforcing structure comprises brake component mounting structure.4. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the end surfaces of the axle housing and the spindle each have an annular shape with substantially equal outer diameters.5. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the end surfaces of the axle housing and the spindle have end surfaces with substantially equal inner diameters.6. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the end surfaces of the axle housing and the spindle have end surfaces with differing equal inner diameters.7. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the end surfaces of the axle housing and the spindle are joined together in a manner that creates a heat affected zone adjacent the attachment periphery.8. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein the end surfaces of the axle housing and the spindle are joined together by a friction welding operation that creates the heat affected zone.9. The axle and wheel end assembly of wherein ...

Axle Assembly

An axle assembly with a housing, a shaft received in the housing, a shaft bearing supporting the shaft for rotation relative to the housing about a shaft axis, a differential assembly, an annular band and a secondary retainer. The shaft bearing has an inner race, which is received on and directly engaged to the shaft, and an outer race that is received on and directly engaged to the axle housing. The differential assembly has an output member that is non-rotatably coupled to the shaft. The annular band is fixedly coupled to the shaft at a location along the axle shaft axis between the inner race and the output member. The secondary retainer is disposed along the axle shaft axis between the annular band and the output member and is configured to limit movement of the annular band along the axle shaft axis in a direction toward the output member. 1. An axle assembly comprising:an axle housing;a shaft received in the axle housing;a shaft bearing supporting the shaft for rotation relative to the housing about an axle shaft axis, the shaft bearing having an inner race, which is received on and directly engaged to the shaft, and an outer race that is received on and directly engaged to the axle housing;a differential assembly having an output member that is non-rotatably coupled to the shaft; andan annular band, which is fixedly coupled to the shaft at a location along the axle shaft axis between the inner race and the output member; anda secondary retainer that is disposed along the axle shaft axis between the annular band and the output member and is configured to limit movement of the annular band along the axle shaft axis in a direction toward the output member.2. The axle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the secondary retainer comprises a retaining ring that is received into a circumferentially extending slot formed in the shaft.3. The axle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the secondary retainer comprises a clip that is coupled to the shaft.4. The axle assembly of claim 3 ...

STAMPED WHEEL BALANCING WEIGHT

A wheel-balancing weight mounts to a wheel with a flange. The weight includes a body and a clip. The body is stamped by a punch to define a pocket within which an attaching portion of the clip resides. The defined pocket has a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base. The body as stamped by the punch includes a pre-stake for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base. 1. A method of producing a wheel balancing weight for mounting to a wheel with a flange , the weight including a body and a clip , the body for providing a predetermined mass to the weight and the clip for securely grasping the flange to secure the weight thereto , the method comprising:initially stamping the body at an attaching face thereof by a punch to define a pocket in the attaching face within which an attaching portion of the clip is to reside, the defined pocket having a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base;further stamping the body at the attaching face thereof by the punch to include a pre-stake in the attaching face for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base; andwithdrawing the punch from the attaching face of the body,the initially stamping, further stamping, and withdrawing being performed by the punch in a single fluid striking motion.2. The method of wherein each pre-stake is defined in the body to include a formed ridge of material exterior to the pocket and immediately adjacent a respective side wall thereof claim 1 , the ridge following the side wall and being bordered on a first lateral side thereof by such side wall and on a second lateral side thereof by a notch formed by a cutting edge of the punch within the attaching face of the ...

Vehicle Wheel for Passenger Cars

Vehicle wheel comprising a rim part and a disc part formed from a one-piece sheet metal blank and including a central portion with bolt holes and a plurality of radially extending spoke arrangements merging into a disc edge delimiting together with the spoke arrangements ventilation apertures which extend over the region between the edge webs and the disc edge. In order to create steel wheels with four-hole fixing in which high strength and stiffness are achieved the number of spoke arrangements and of bolt holes is four and these are in each case arranged mirror-symmetrically with respect to a common radial line, with the width of each spoke arrangement narrowing radially towards the outside and each ventilation aperture extending in the circumferential direction over an arc length of more than ⅙ of the circumference of the disc part. Further, each ventilation aperture is having on a radial line a maximum radial clear width which is equal to or preferably greater than the radial width of the metal portion of the disc part on the same radial line. 1. A vehicle wheel for passenger cars comprising: a rim part for receiving a tyre and a disc part which is connected to the rim part and is formed from a one-piece sheet metal blank by shaping and cutting or punching , which disc part includes a central portion having bolt holes for wheel bolts , a central aperture for a vehicle hub and a plurality of radially extending spoke arrangements , formed by shaping the sheet metal , for transmitting force between vehicle hub and rim part , each spoke arrangement being provided with a radially extending central web which merges on each side into a radially extending lateral web , bent outwardly from the plane of the central web , and then into an edge web bent back again with respect to the lateral web , radially outer ends of the central webs and of the lateral webs merging into a circumferential annular disc edge oriented precisely parallel or substantially parallel axially to a ...

Axle End Assembly Comprising a Wheel Hub Unit and a Wheel Brake

An axle end assembly has a wheel brake arrangement and a wheel hub arrangement. The assembly is designed as a preassembled unit with a hollow shaft element on which the wheel brake arrangement and the wheel hub arrangement are disposed. 1. Axle end assembly , comprising:a wheel brake arrangement; anda wheel hub arrangement, whereinthe axle end assembly is a pre-mounted unit which has a hollow shaft element, on which the wheel brake arrangement and the wheel hub arrangement are arranged.2. Axle end assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe pre-mounted unit is mountable as a whole on an axle body of a vehicle axle, andthe hollow shaft element is designed to be connected to a first end of the axle body.3. Axle end assembly according to claim 2 , whereinthe hollow shaft element has a threaded portion on the one axial end thereof, which portion is designed to be screwed together with a corresponding threaded portion of the axle body.4. Axle end assembly according to either claim 2 , whereinthe wheel hub arrangement comprises at least one wheel hub and one or more wheel bearings.5. Axle end assembly according to claim 4 , whereinthe wheel hub arrangement further comprises a plurality of brake discs and/or a plurality of wheel bolts.6. Axle end assembly according to either claim 5 , whereinthe pre-mounted unit further comprises a spacer sleeve which is fixed to the hollow shaft element on the wheel hub.7. Axle end assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe wheel brake arrangement of the pre-mounted unit comprises at least one brake adapter for mounting a wheel brake.8. Axle end assembly according to claim 7 , whereinthe wheel brake is a disc brake comprising a brake caliper.9. Axle end assembly according to claim 8 ,the disc brake comprises one or both of: a brake carrier and a brake cylinder.10. Axle end assembly according to claim 7 , whereinthe brake adapter is designed as an assembly plate which is penetrated by the hollow shaft element and which extends substantially ...

Axle wheel end axial thrust assembly

An axle assembly for a vehicle including a differential assembly, a first axle tube extending outwardly from a first side of the differential assembly and defining an axle bore, a first axle shaft rotatably received in the first axle tube, and defining an annular groove extending radially inwardly from its outer surface, a retainer nut axially fixed to a distal end of the first axle tube, the retainer nut having an annular flange extending inwardly into the axle bore and defining an annular outer raceway, a snap ring received in the annular groove, and an axial thrust component disposed in the axle bore of the first axle tube between the snap ring and the outer raceway of the retainer nut.

VEHICLE WHEEL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE VEHICLE WHEEL

A vehicle wheel includes: a pair of rail members configured as separate members from the rim and fixed to an outer circumferential surface of a well portion of a rim of a wheel; and a sub air chamber member serving as a Helmholtz resonator and disposed between and supported by the rail members. A method of manufacturing the vehicle wheel is also provided. The method includes the steps of: fixing the pair of rail members to the outer circumferential surface of the well portion; and attaching the sub air chamber member to the well portion through the pair of rail members such that the sub air chamber member is supported between the pair of rail members, wherein the rail member fixing step includes fixing the pair of rail members using a jig with the rail members spaced apart by the predetermined distance. 1. A vehicle wheel comprising:a pair of rail members fixed to an outer circumferential surface of a well portion of a rim of a wheel, the pair of rail members being separate members from the rim; anda sub air chamber member serving as a Helmholtz resonator, the sub air chamber member being disposed between the rail members and supported by the rail members.2. The vehicle wheel according to claim 1 , further comprising a restraint portion configured to adjust a distance between the rail members.3. The vehicle wheel according to claim 2 , wherein the restraint portion comprises a connecting portion configured to connect the pair of rail members.4. The vehicle wheel according to claim 3 , wherein the connecting portion is fixed to the outer circumferential surface of the well portion.5. The vehicle wheel according to claim 2 , wherein the restraint portion comprises grooves or studs formed on the outer circumferential surface of the well portion and engageable with the rail members.6. The vehicle wheel according to claim 1 , further comprising a circumferential displacement restraint portion configured to restrain the sub air chamber member from being displaced in a ...

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING REAR AXLE, AND REAR AXLE

A method for manufacturing a rear axle includes: a brake flange press-fitting step of press-fitting a brake flange to an outer peripheral surface of a rear axle housing; a brake flange welding step of welding the rear axle housing and the brake flange; an axle end press-fitting step of press-fitting an axle end to an inner peripheral surface of an end portion of the rear axle housing; and an axle end welding step of welding the rear axle housing and the axle end. 1. A method for manufacturing a rear axle comprising:a brake flange press-fitting step of press-fitting a brake flange to an outer peripheral surface of a rear axle housing;a brake flange welding step of welding the rear axle housing and the brake flange;an axle end press-fitting step of press-fitting an axle end to an inner peripheral surface of an end portion of the rear axle housing; andan axle end welding step of welding the rear axle housing and the axle end.2. The method for manufacturing the rear axle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a reduced-diameter portion forming step of forming a reduced-diameter portion having an outer circumference of a reduced diameter at the end portion of the rear axle housing, before the brake flange press-fitting step,wherein, in the brake flange press-fitting step, the brake flange is press-fitted to the outer peripheral surface of the reduced-diameter portion.3. The method for manufacturing the rear axle according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the brake flange welding step, a melt zone is formed in a gap between the rear axle housing and the brake flange by an arc generated by energizing an electrode, and before the melt zone is cured, a subsequent wire is supplied to the melt zone without being energized.4. The method for manufacturing the rear axle according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the axle end welding step, a melt zone is formed in a gap between the rear axle housing and the axle end by an arc generated by energizing an electrode, and before the melt zone is ...

Hollow drive shaft for vehicle and manufacturing method thereof

A method of manufacturing a hollow drive shaft for a vehicle may include swaging one of a first hollow tube and a second hollow tube having a same diameter to reduce an outer diameter thereof and thus allow the swaged hollow tube to be assembled in a remaining hollow tube of the first hollow tube and the second hollow tube, assembling the hollow tube that is reduced in outer diameter in the remaining hollow tube, thereby forming a hollow shaft, and joining first and second sterns to both sides of the hollow shaft, respectively.

STRUCTURALLY SUPPORTED TIRE

A structurally supported tire includes a ground contacting annular tread portion, an annular hoop structure for supporting a load on the tire, a means for attachment to a vehicle rim, and a ply structure secured to a first axial limit and extending radially outward and between the hoop structure and the tread portion and further extending radially inward from between the hoop structure and tread portion to a second axial limit. The ply structure is secured to both the first axial limit and the second axial limit. The tread portion is secured to a radially outer surface of the ply structure. The hoop structure is secured to a radially inner surface of the ply structure. 11. . A structurally supported tire comprisinga ground contacting annular tread portion;an annular hoop structure for supporting a load on the tire;a means for attachment to a vehicle rim; anda ply structure secured to a first axial limit and extending radially outward and between the hoop structure and the tread portion and further extending radially inward from between the hoop structure and tread portion to a second axial limit, the ply structure being secured to both the first axial limit and the second axial limit, the tread portion being secured to a radially outer surface of the ply structure, the hoop structure being secured to a radially inner surface of the ply structure.2. The structurally supported tire as set forth in wherein inner radii of the ply structure are attached to the vehicle rim through two mechanical clamps each capturing a part of the ply structure.3. The structurally supported tire as set forth in wherein inner radii of the ply structure are attached to the vehicle rim through mechanical clamps and a clamping force is strengthened by adding rings around which the ply structure is folded.4. The structurally supported tire as set forth in wherein an axial distance between the first axial limit and the second axial limit is decreased by an adjustment mechanism so that the axial ...

A NEW GENERATION PASSENGER VEHICLE STEEL WHEEL

The present invention provides a new style or design for a steel wheel in passenger vehicle with improvement in performance and aesthetics. In the new design of the steel wheel , a vent-hole outer region is folded inwardly to form two ends, wherein one end is welded to an outboard bead seat of the steel wheel rim and the other end welded to a portion of an outboard flange portion . The inward folding of the vent hole outer region increases the vent-hole area and thereby improves better air flow and cooling of a brake drum. The passenger vehicle steel wheel design enables for spot welding throughout the circumference of the rim-disc contact surface for better contact and higher load/moment transfer. Further, the passenger vehicle steel wheel may utilize an existing rim without any special machining or modification. 1. A new generation passenger vehicle steel wheel comprising ,a cylindrical wheel rim including a rim base, an inboard flange portion, an outboard flange portion, an inboard bead seat, an outboard bead seat, an inboard safety hump and an outboard safety hump;plurality of vent-holes, wherein the vent holes are folded inwardly and that is welded to the outboard bead seat portion of the wheel rim instead of the flange portion of the disc being welded to the outboard bead seat;a hub mounting plate with plurality of lug bolt hole;a valve hole;a central bore; anda wheel disc with plurality of spokes, wherein the plurality of spokes are embossed outwardly and the plurality of spokes connects the outboard flange portion and the hub mounting plate.2. The passenger vehicle steel wheel of claim 1 , wherein the position and shape of the vent-hole and the vent hole folding on the wheel disc improves the performance of the steel wheel.3. The passenger vehicle steel wheel of claim 1 , wherein the passenger vehicle steel wheel design is also implemented on existing standard profile rim and the wheel rim need not subject to any special machining or modification.4. The ...

Serviceable replacement spindle

A replacement spindle that can be easily removed for service or replacement. The spindle may have a threaded projection corresponding to a threaded bushing, which may be secured within an axle tube. The spindle may be screwed into place for use, then unscrewed for service or replacement.

Wheel comprising a wheel rim and a wheel disc

The invention relates to a wheel, especially for motor vehicles, comprising a wheel rim and a wheel disc, the wheel rim having a rim base made of fiber composite material. The invention is characterized in that the wheel disc (3, 11, 20, 29, 40) can be indirectly connected to the wheel rim (1), in particular the rim base (2), by means of a connecting element (5, 14, 22, 31, 35, 42) which is designed and associated with the rim base (2) in such a way that the connected wheel disc (3, 11, 20, 29, 40) is not in contact with the rim base (2).

ATTACHMENT FOR A VEHICLE WHEEL

An attachment for a vehicle wheel enables driving operation with limited tire function. The attachment includes a base body and a fastening device for fastening the attachment to a rim of the vehicle wheel, wherein the base body, when seen in an axial direction, is circular or annular in shape. 125.-. (canceled)26. An attachment for a vehicle wheel for enabling driving operation with limited tire function , the attachment comprising:a base body, anda fastening device for fastening the attachment to a rim of the vehicle wheel,wherein the base body, when seen in an axial direction, is circular or annular in shape.27. The attachment as claimed in claim 26 , wherein the fastening device comprises at least one detachable fastening member.28. The attachment as claimed in claim 27 , wherein the fastening device is configured such that the at least one detachable fastening member claim 27 , in at least two positions which are arranged offset relative to one another in the radial direction claim 27 , can be connected to the base body claim 27 , wherein the at least two positions are each adapted to a specific rim diameter.29. The attachment as claimed in claim 26 , wherein the fastening device is configured to be adaptable in respect of the rim diameter.30. The attachment as claimed in claim 26 , wherein the fastening device comprises at least one fastening member which claim 26 , in a state connected to the base body claim 26 , is movable in at least one of a radial or axial direction relative to the base body.31. The attachment as claimed in claim 27 , wherein the fastening device comprises a coupling mechanism which couples a movement of at least two movable fastening members in at least one of a radial or an axial direction.32. The attachment as claimed in claim 26 , wherein the fastening device comprises at least one of a spring mounted fastening member or a spring mounted holding lug to fasten the fastening device to the attachment.33. The attachment as claimed in ...

BEAD LOCK SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a bead lock wheel line in scaled vehicles. The bead lock wheel line may include a wheel center section and a bead lock ring. The bead lock ring may be configured to be overlaid on the wheel center section, wherein screws may be inserted through orifices positioned within the bead lock ring and into orifices positioned on the wheel center section. 1. A locking system for a scaled vehicle comprising:first holes extending into a front face of a wheel center section, the first holes having a first size;second holes extending into the front face of the wheel center section, the second holes having a second size, the first holes and the second holes being positioned along a same radial curve on the front face of the wheel center section, the first size and the second size being different.2. The locking system of claim 1 , wherein the first holes and the second holes of different type of holes.3. The locking system of claim 1 , wherein the first holes are threaded.4. The locking system of claim 3 , wherein the second holes are pass through holes.5. The locking system of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of second holes are positioned between pairs of the first holes.6. The locking system of claim 1 , wherein the wheel center section is configured to be aligned with a bead lock ring.7. The locking system of claim 6 , wherein the bead lock rings includes a plurality of threaded holes and a plurality of pass through holes.8. The locking system of claim 7 , wherein the plurality of threaded holes are configured to be aligned with the first holes.9. The locking system of claim 6 , wherein a plurality of screws of a same type are configured to be inserted into the first holes and the second holes10. The locking system of claim 9 , wherein the plurality of screws are configured to couple the wheel center section and the bead lock ring together.11. A locking method for a wheel of a scaled vehicle comprising:forming first ...

WHEEL MADE OUT OF A FIBER REINFORCED PLASTIC MATERIAL

The invention is directed to wheel () comprising a rim () and a wheel center () with several spokes () with at least one butt strap (). The at least one butt strap () protrudes from a radially outer end of the spokes (). The rim () comprises at least one opening () arranged corresponding to the at least one butt strap (). The at least one butt strap ) extends across the related opening () in the rim ) and is attached to the outside of the rim (). 11. A wheel () comprising;{'b': 2', '3', '4', '21', '4', '20', '21', '21', '20', '2, 'a rim () and a wheel center () with several spokes () with at least one butt strap () protruding from a radially outer end of the spokes (), wherein the rim comprises at least one opening () arranged corresponding to the at least one butt strap () and wherein the at least one butt strap () extends across the related opening () in the rim ().'}212012141618. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein the openings () are arranged in the region of the rim well () and/or the outer bead seat () and/or the outer hump () and/or the outer shoulder ().31212. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one butt strap () is arranged at least partially in a circumferential and/or axial direction to the rim ().41212. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one butt strap () is arranged tangential to the rim ().511922138. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein an outer surface () of the rim () and the at least one butt strap () are at least partially covered on the outside by at least one additional layer ().613824. The wheel () according to claim 5 , wherein the additional layer () envelops a reinforcement ring ().71359. The wheel () according to claim 1 , wherein the wheel center () comprises a wheel flange () extending at east partially in the material embedded insert ().8112329. The wheel () according to claim 7 , wherein the wheel () comprises a bundle () of reinforcing fibers which directly interconnect the wheel ...

COMPOSITE WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION THEREOF

A composite wheel assembly and method of construction thereof is provided. The composite wheel assembly includes a lightweight annular fiber-reinforced barrel having an inner surface and an outer surface configured to support a tire thereon. A lightweight metal central hub assembly is fixed to the barrel. The metal central hub assembly includes a central hub portion and plurality of support spokes extending outwardly from the metal central hub portion. A wheel cladding contrasting in at least one of material type, color, texture and surface finish to an outwardly facing surface of the central hub assembly is fixed to the outwardly facing surface of the central hub assembly. 1. A composite wheel assembly , comprising:an annular fiber-reinforced barrel extending about a central axis about which said composite wheel assembly rotates, said annular fiber-reinforced barrel having a barrel inner surface facing said central axis and a barrel outer surface facing away from said central axis with at least one flange extending radially inwardly from said barrel inner surface;a metal central hub assembly having a central hub portion with a through opening extending about said central axis and a plurality of support spokes extending radially outwardly from said central hub portion, said metal central hub assembly being attached to said at least one flange of said fiber-reinforced barrel; anda wheel cladding fixedly bonded to at least a portion of an outwardly facing surface of said metal central hub assembly.2. The composite wheel assembly of claim 1 , wherein said annular fiber-reinforced barrel is constructed of material including at least one of carbon fiber claim 1 , fiber-glass fiber claim 1 , basalt fiber.3. The composite wheel assembly of claim 2 , wherein said metal central hub assembly is formed from one of cast aluminum claim 2 , forged aluminum claim 2 , stamped aluminum claim 2 , hydro-formed aluminum claim 2 , cast magnesium claim 2 , forged magnesium.4. The ...

Wheel of a Vehicle

A wheel of a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, has a rim, a hub portion, and at least two spokes connecting the hub portion to the rim. At least one free space between the spokes is covered at least in part by a substantially planar covering element. The covering element is produced from two different material layers. 1. A wheel of a vehicle , comprising:a rim;a hub portion;at least two spokes connecting the hub portion to the rim; anda predominantly flat covering element which at least partially covers at least one spoke intermediate space between the spokes, whereinthe covering element is comprised of two different material layers.2. The wheel as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe covering element comprises a metal layer, and a plastics layer which is produced in an insert molding process and is joined therewith to the metal layer.3. The wheel as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe covering element is held in a force-fitting manner on the wheel via a spring ring extending over the circumference on that side of the spokes which faces the vehicle, andthe spring ring itself is connected in a form-fitting manner to the covering element.4. The wheel as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe covering element is held in a form-fitting manner on the spokes, on the rim and/or on the hub portion.5. The wheel as claimed in claim 2 , whereinthe covering element is held on the spokes, on the rim and/or on the hub portion by a clip connection.6. The wheel as claimed in claim 5 , whereinthe clip connection comprises at least two fastening clips which, for their part, are arranged on the side facing the vehicle, as viewed in the installed state of the covering element, and are part of the plastics layer produced in the insert molding process.7. The wheel as claimed in claim 6 , whereinthe fastening clips each comprise at least one fastening leg which is oriented at least approximately in the axial direction of the wheel in a manner protruding from the flat covering element and at least ...

COMPOSITE WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION THEREOF

A composite wheel assembly and method of construction thereof is provided. The composite wheel assembly includes a lightweight annular aluminum barrel having an inner surface and an outer surface configured to support a tire thereon. A lightweight metal central hub assembly is fixed to the barrel. The metal central hub assembly includes a central hub portion and plurality of support spokes extending outwardly from the central hub portion to free ends, wherein the free ends are fixed to the inner surface of the aluminum barrel. A wheel cladding contrasting in at least one of material type, color, texture and surface finish to an outwardly facing surface the central hub assembly is fixed to the outwardly facing surface of the central hub assembly. 1. A composite wheel assembly , comprising:an annular aluminum barrel extending about a central axis about which said composite wheel assembly rotates, said annular aluminum barrel having a barrel inner surface facing said central axis and a barrel outer surface facing away from said central axis;a metal central hub assembly having a central hub portion with a through opening extending about said central axis and a plurality of support spokes extending radially outwardly from said central hub portion to free ends detached from one another, said free ends being attached to said barrel inner surface; anda wheel cladding fixedly bonded to at least a portion of an outwardly facing surface of said metal central hub assembly.2. The composite wheel assembly of claim 1 , wherein said metal central hub assembly is formed from one of forged aluminum claim 1 , stamped aluminum claim 1 , hydro-formed aluminum claim 1 , and stamped aluminum.3. The composite wheel assembly of claim 2 , wherein the metal central hub assembly is formed from a 6061 or 5454 aluminum alloy.4. The composite wheel assembly of claim 1 , wherein said free ends of said support spokes are welded to said inner surface of said aluminum barrel.5. The composite wheel ...

PORTAL-AXLE OF LOW FLOOR RAIL VEHICLES AND RAIL-AND-TRAM VEHICLES

A portal-axle of bogies for light rail vehicles, such as for example trams or light rail metros with street running, is described, the light rail vehicles being characterized by a floor, i.e. a walking surface, lowered with respect to the rails. The portal-axle comprises two shoulders equipped with spindles for mounting wheels and with a central portion for structurally connecting the shoulders. Unlike conventional solutions, the central portion is not made by casting or forging, but advantageously is simply defined by at least two bars coupled thereto during the assembly. The bars are easily available on the market at low cost, have lower weight with respect to a traditional forged/cast component and allow modularity and versatility in dimensioning the portal-axle to be obtained. 1111569102345647856. A portal-axle ( , ′ , ″) for low floor light rail vehicles (LRV) , comprising two shoulders ( , ) each provided with a spindle ( , ) for mounting a wheel ( , ) and a central portion () structurally connecting the shoulders ( , ) , wherein the central portion () is defined by at least two bars ( , ) distinct from the shoulders ( , ) and are coupled thereto.2111564910. The portal-axle ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) according to claim 1 , wherein the shoulders ( claim 1 , ) and the central portion () define a cradle-shaped structure claim 1 , with the central portion connected to the shoulders at a lower level with respect to the spindles ( claim 1 , ).311178. The portal-axle ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two bars ( claim 1 , ) are parallel.411178. The portal-axle ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two bars ( claim 1 , ) are obtained by drawing.511156. The portal-axle ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) according to claim 1 , wherein the shoulders ( claim 1 , ) are obtained by casting or forging.61117856. The portal-axle ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two bars ( claim 1 ...

Carbon fiber rim and method of manufacturing the same

A carbon fiber rim contains: a body, two clamping pieces, and a plurality of covering layers. The body includes a recessed fixing face defined on an outer diameter thereof so as to fix a tire and two connecting faces formed on two sides thereof so as to align with the two clamping pieces, and each clamping piece is a circular loop and corresponds to a profile of an outer peripheral side of the body. The plurality of covering layers are fitted and surround around the body and the two clamping pieces. Thereby, the two clamping pieces are fixed on the two connecting faces of the body by using the plurality of covering layers so that the two brake blocks do not contact with the body directly and brake a bicycle wheel via the two clamping pieces.

Wheel arrangement

The present invention concerns a wheel construction as well as a method for making such a wheel construction for e.g. a construction or agricultural machine, such as a tractor, wherein the wheel construction at least includes a wheel rim made up of a rim ring for mounting a first tyre and further includes a hub plate which at its outer periphery is fixed to the rim ring at a distance X 1 from an annular edge thereof, and extending internally in the first rim ring between the rim ring and the central axis of the first wheel rim (rotary axis of the wheel rim), the first hub plate at an inner periphery including a number of holes and a contact face for mechanical and detachable fixing to either a central hub plate or directly to a hub of a vehicle.

HYBRID WHEEL

A hybrid wheel including a functional rim, a center disc, and a wheel face insert, wherein the wheel rim and the center disc are made of a specified material, and wherein the wheel face insert is made of a dissimilar material. The wheel face insert can be secured to the center disc by at least one of screws, pins, rivets, or structural adhesive, and/or the wheel face insert can be secured to the functional rim by at least one of screws, pins, rivets, or structural adhesive. 116-. (canceled)17. A hybrid wheel comprising a functional wheel rim , a center disc , and a wheel face insert , the functional wheel rim having a first bead rim and an opposed second bead rim , and an annular opening through the center thereof along an axial direction , the annular opening having an inner annular surface ,the center disc configured to be positioned within the annular opening of the functional wheel rim and having an outer annular edge configured to be secured to the inner annular surface of the functional wheel rim, andthe wheel face insert configured to be secured directly to the center disc to form the hybrid wheel.18. The hybrid wheel of claim 17 , wherein the wheel rim and the center disc are made of a specified material claim 17 , and wherein the specified material is steel claim 17 , or a composite material claim 17 , or both.19. The hybrid wheel of claim 18 , wherein the specified material is high strength low alloy (HSLA) steel having a 45 ksi min yield in 2 mm or thinner.20. The hybrid wheel of claim 18 , wherein the wheel face insert is made of at least one of aluminum alloy claim 18 , magnesium claim 18 , carbon composite claim 18 , or plastic.21. The hybrid wheel of claim 19 , wherein the wheel face insert is made of at least one of aluminum alloy claim 19 , magnesium claim 19 , carbon composite claim 19 , or plastic.22. The hybrid wheel of claim 17 , wherein the wheel face insert is locked in place to the center disc with chamfered bolt apertures.23. The hybrid ...

Vehicle Spindle And A Method Of Attaching The Spindle to A Portion Of An Axle Housing

A vehicle spindle and a method of attaching the spindle to a portion of an axle half shaft housing. The spindle has an inner surface, an outer surface, one or more bearing journals on the outer surface of the spindle and a radially protruding portion circumferentially extending from at least a portion of the outer surface of an axially inboard end portion of the spindle. Prior to attaching the spindle to the axle half shaft housing, the one or more bearing journals are ground, a clocking angle for the radially protruding portion of the spindle is determined and the spindle is aligned to the determined clocking angle. Once the spindle is aligned to the determined clocking angle, the axially inboard end portion of the spindle is attached to an axially outboard end portion of the axle half shaft housing using one or more welds. 1. A method of attaching a spindle to an axle half shaft housing comprising:providing a spindle, said spindle comprising an inner surface, an outer surface, an axially outboard end portion, an axially inboard end portion, one or more bearing journals on said outer surface of said spindle and a radially protruding portion circumferentially extending from at least a portion of said outer surface of said axially inboard end portion of said spindle;providing an axle half shaft housing, said axle half shaft housing comprising an inner surface, an outer surface an axially outboard end portion and an axially inboard end portion;grinding said one or more bearing journals on said outer surface of said spindle;determining a clocking angle for said radially protruding portion of said spindle;aligning said radially protruding portion of said spindle to said determined clocking angle; andattaching said axially inboard end portion of said spindle to said axially outboard end portion of said axle half shaft housing with one or more energy beam welds.2. The method of attaching a spindle to an axle half shaft housing of claim 1 , wherein said one or more energy ...

WHEEL FOR VEHICLES AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF SAID WHEEL

A wheel for vehicles in which the front flange is provided with an annular seat which accommodates at least partly the terminal end of the rim in order to form an external shoulder profile. The rim includes a substantially cylindrically extended central body part; an internal shoulder profile arranged at a first end of said body and is configured to receive an internal edge of a tire; and a terminal end arranged at a second and opposite end of said body. The disc includes a hub portion configured to be connected to a vehicle axle, a perimetric front flange and a connecting portion which connects the hub portion to the front flange. The front-flange is provided with an annular seat in which the terminal end of the rim is accommodated at least partially in order to form an external shoulder profile 1. A wheel for vehicles , comprising a rim and a disc which are mutually coupled , a substantially cylindrically extended central body part,', 'an internal shoulder profile, which is arranged at a first end of said body and is configured to receive an internal edge of a tire,', 'a terminal end, which is arranged at a second and opposite end of said body,, 'wherein the rim comprises 'a hub portion, configured to be connected to an axle of the vehicle, a perimetric front flange and a connecting portion which connects the hub portion to the front flange,', 'and wherein the disc compriseswhereinthe front flange is provided with an annular seat in which the terminal end of the rim is accommodated at least partially in order to form an external shoulder profile.2. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the terminal end of the rim and the front flange of the disc are coupled by a weld provided substantially at said internal annular seat.3. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the weld is a weld without weld material.4. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the weld is a laser weld.5. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the rim is provided from a single monolithic ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A BENT TORSIONAL PROFILE AND TORSIONAL PROFILE

The invention relates to a method for producing a bent torsional profile comprising the following process steps: 1. A method for producing a bent torsional profile comprising the following process steps:a) provision of a plate made of planar sheet metal,b) reshaping of the plate through the introduction of a bent trough oriented in the longitudinal direction of the plate in a central length portion of the plate at a distance from the front edges of the plate, forming legs between the trough and the longitudinal edges of the plate,c) reshaping of the legs in such a manner that an open profile is created,d) reshaping of the legs in such a manner that a hollow profile is produced, wherein a longitudinal gap is formed between the two legs over the entire longitudinal extent thereof and wherein an air gap is created between the legs and the trough in the region of the trough,e) joining of the two legs over the entire longitudinal gap.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal edges of the plate are provided with a bend which corresponds to the bend of the trough.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the longitudinal edges of the plate are provided with a bend before the provision or first reshaping of the plate.4. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the longitudinal edges of the plate are provided with a bend between process steps b) and c) claim 2 , c) and d) or d) and e).5. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plate is reshaped in process step c) in such a manner that the open profile has a roughly w- or M-shape in the central length portion and a roughly u- or n-shape between the front edges and the trough.6. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plate or the open profile is reshaped in process step d) in such a manner that a butt joint or an overlap joint is produced between the two legs on the longitudinal edges claim 1 , on which the longitudinal gap is formed claim 1 , thereby creating the hollow profile.7. The ...

Wheel hub assembly for vehicles

A wheel hub assembly assembly having a central axis (X) and covers therefore. An outer ring provided with a tubular mounting portion, and a cover having a keying portion which is inserted inside the tubular mounting portion. The cover is made of plastic material, the keying portion comprises an annular seat made of plastic and a sealing element made of rubbery elastic material. The sealing element is defined by a solid of rotation mounted inside the annular seat over a whole of an axial length of the annular seat so as to project radially outside of the annular seat to make contact with the tubular mounting portion of the outer ring thereby sealingly closing the wheel hub assembly.

Wheel hub assembly for vehicles

A wheel hub assembly for mounting on an upright of a vehicle has a flanged outer ring provided with a tubular mounting portion inserted over a first axial length (L 1 ) inside a seat of the upright; and a plastic cover having a mounting portion which is also engaged inside the tubular portion, wherein the mounting portion extends outside the tubular portion over a second axial length (L 2 ) which, together with the first axial length (L 1 ), covers less than a mounting length (L) inside the seat.

AXLE WHEEL END AXIAL THRUST ASSEMBLY

An axle assembly for a vehicle including a differential assembly, a first axle tube extending outwardly from a first side of the differential assembly and defining an axle bore, a first axle shaft rotatably received in the first axle tube, and defining an annular groove extending radially inwardly from its outer surface, a retainer nut axially fixed to a distal end of the first axle tube, the retainer nut having an annular flange extending inwardly into the axle bore and defining an annular outer raceway, a snap ring received in the annular groove, and an axial thrust component disposed in the axle bore of the first axle tube between the snap ring and the outer raceway of the retainer nut. 1. An axle assembly for a vehicle , comprising:a differential assembly;a first axle tube extending outwardly from a first side of the differential assembly, the first axle tube including a proximal end adjacent the differential assembly, an opposite distal end, and an axle bore extending therebetween;a first axle shaft rotatably received in the first axle tube, the first axle shaft including a proximal end disposed in the differential assembly, an opposite distal end extending outwardly from the distal end of the first axle shaft, and an annular groove extending radially inwardly from its outer surface;a retainer nut axially fixed to the distal end of the first axle tube, the retainer nut having an annular flange extending inwardly into the axle bore and defining an annular outer raceway;a snap ring received in the annular groove of the first axle shaft; andan axial thrust component disposed in the axle bore of the first axle tube between the snap ring and the outer raceway of the retainer nut.2. The axle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an annular inner raceway disposed in the axle bore of the first axle tube between the snap ring and the thrust component.3. The axle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the thrust component comprises a plurality of needle rollers.4. The axle ...

Axle Suspension System Having an Axle Wrap and Method of Manufacture

An axle suspension system and a method of manufacture. The axle suspension system may have an axle, an axle wrap, and a weld seam. The axle wrap may have first and second wrap portions that mechanically interlock with each other and that have overlapping ends that may receive a weld seam. 1. An axle suspension system comprising:an axle having an exterior axle surface; a first wrap portion that is disposed on the exterior axle surface and that has a first end and a second end disposed opposite the first end, the second end having a first set of teeth; and', 'a second wrap portion that is disposed on the exterior axle surface and that has a first end and a second end disposed opposite the first end, the second end of the second wrap portion having a second set of teeth that mechanically interlock with the first set of teeth;, 'an axle wrap that extends around the exterior axle surface, the axle wrap includingwherein the first end of the second wrap portion overlaps the first end of the first wrap portion and a weld seam extends along the first end of the second wrap portion to fixedly couple the first wrap portion to the second wrap portion.2. The axle suspension system of wherein the weld seam is provided on an outer surface of the first wrap portion and does not engage the axle.3. The axle suspension system of wherein the axle extends along an axis and the first set of teeth and the second set of teeth are disposed on an opposite side of the axis from the first end of the first wrap portion.4. The axle suspension system of wherein the first wrap portion has a first weld window that is completely disposed in the axle wrap claim 3 , the second wrap portion has a second weld window that is completely disposed in the second wrap portion claim 3 , and the first set of teeth and the second set of teeth are disposed between the first weld window and the second weld window.5. The axle suspension system of wherein the first weld window and the second weld window each receive ...

BICYCLE HUB ASSEMBLY

The bicycle hub assembly includes a hub axle, a hub body, a bearing unit, a lock member, and a tool engagement member. The bearing unit is configured to rotatably support the hub body around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis. The bearing unit includes an outer race, an inner race and a plurality of rolling members. The lock member prevents the inner race of the bearing unit from rotating relative to the hub axle. The lock member has an outer peripheral surface. The tool engagement member is configured to rotate the inner race of the bearing unit relative to the hub axle. The tool engagement member has an inner peripheral surface. The inner peripheral surface of the tool engagement member is disposed radially outwardly relative to the outer peripheral surface of the lock member. 1. A bicycle hub assembly comprising:a hub axle having a first end, a second end opposite to the first end in an axial direction parallel to a rotational center axis of the bicycle hub assembly and an axle threaded portion formed on at least one of the first end and the second end;a hub body rotatably supported around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis;a bearing unit configured to rotatably support the hub body around the hub axle with respect to the rotational center axis and including an outer race, an inner race and a plurality of rolling members disposed between the outer race and the inner race, the inner race having a first torque-transmitting portion and a bearing threaded portion configured to threadedly engage with the axle threaded portion of the hub axle;a lock member configured to prevent the inner race of the bearing unit from rotating relative to the hub axle in a fully assembled state where the bearing unit and the lock member are mounted to the hub axle, the lock member having a first tool-engagement portion and a lock-member threaded portion configured to threadedly engage with the axle threaded portion, the lock member having an ...

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A TWO-PART HYBRID WHEEL MADE OF A LIGHT ALLOY, IN PARTICULAR ALUMINUM

The process of production of a hybrid wheel in light alloy of the type including a disk and a rim able to be rendered integral by a friction weld, is characterized by the fact that it involves the following working phases: 1. Process of production of a hybrid wheel in light alloy of the type including a front disk and a rim able to be rendered integral by a friction weld , comprising:production of the front disk, obtained via a dual operation of casting of an initial foundry preform and transferring the said initial foundry preform into a forging die, plus the operation of forging of the aforesaid initial foundry preform in view of obtaining the front disk, and then the operation of flash removal to obtain the said front disk;manufacturing of the rim portion, with production of a billet of light alloy, and conversion of the said billet into a circular flank obtained by hot or cold extrusion, followed by expansion of this circular flank to the dimensions of the final rim, plus the operation of hot or cold flow-forming of the disk to the final form and profile of the rim; andassembly of the front disk portion and the rim via friction welding.2. A hybrid wheel in light alloy , including a disk and a rim comprising a disk portion produced through a dual operation of casting of an initial foundry preform , followed by forging , the rim portion produced through a triple operation of extrusion , followed by expansion , then flow-forming , with the rim portion and the disk portion then being assembled by a friction welding operation. 1. Technical FieldThe invention concerns the technical domain of wheels, particularly for vehicles and automotive vehicles, and also the technical domain of casting and forging for the production of parts made of light alloy, particularly aluminum, particularly intended for the automobile industry.2. Description of the Related ArtThe production of wheels with a one-piece flange and rim obtained by molding is known, for example, but necessitates ...

HYBRID WHEEL

A hybrid wheel including a functional rim, a center disc, and a wheel face insert, wherein the wheel rim and the center disc are made of a specified material, and wherein the wheel face insert is made of a dissimilar material. The wheel face insert can be secured to the center disc by at least one of screws, pins, rivets, or structural adhesive, and/or the wheel face insert can be secured to the functional rim by at least one of screws, pins, rivets, or structural adhesive. 1. A hybrid wheel comprising a functional wheel rim , a center disc , and a wheel face insert , wherein the wheel rim and the center disc are made of a specified material , and wherein the wheel face insert is made of a dissimilar material.2. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the specified material is steel.3. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the specified material is high strength low alloy (HSLA) steel having a 45 ksi min yield in 2 mm or thinner.4. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the specified material is a composite material.5. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the wheel face insert is made of at least one of aluminum alloy claim 1 , magnesium claim 1 , carbon composite claim 1 , or plastic.6. The hybrid wheel of claim 2 , wherein the wheel face insert is made of at least one of aluminum alloy claim 2 , magnesium claim 2 , carbon composite claim 2 , or plastic.7. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the wheel face insert is locked in place to the center disc with chamfered bolt apertures.8. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , wherein the wheel face insert is secured to the center disc by at least one of screws claim 1 , pins claim 1 , rivets claim 1 , or structural adhesive.9. The hybrid wheel of claim 6 , wherein the wheel face insert is secured to the center disc by at least one of screws claim 6 , pins claim 6 , rivets claim 6 , or structural adhesive.10. The hybrid wheel of claim 1 , the wheel face insert is secured to the functional rim by at least one of screws claim 1 , ...

Axle Unit

The invention concerns an axle unit comprising a stub axle and a tube unit, wherein the stub axle at least in regions is configured rotationally symmetrically about a stub axis and has a channel which extends substantially parallel to the stub axis, wherein the tube unit is configured as a hollow body and extends substantially along a tube axis, wherein the tube unit has a recess running transversely to the tube axis, wherein a line element is provided which can be brought into fluid-tight connection with the channel and passed through the recess of the tube unit. A method for production of an axle unit is also given. 115.-. (canceled)16. An axle unit , comprising:a stub axle; anda tube unit;wherein the stub axle at least in regions is configured rotationally symmetrically about a stub axis and has a channel which extends substantially parallel to the stub axis;wherein the tube unit comprises a hollow body and extends substantially along a tube axis;wherein the tube unit has a recess running transversely to the tube axis;wherein a line element is configured to be brought into fluid-tight connection with the channel and passed through the recess of the tube unit;wherein the line element includes a hydraulic line;wherein the tube unit has a first joining region which is configured to connect to the stub axle;wherein the first joining region forms an overlap with a stub joining region; andwherein the overlap has an overlap length and the stub axle has a stub length, and wherein a ratio between the overlap length to the stub length is from 0.05 to 0.4.17. The axle unit as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the stub length extends along the stub axis claim 16 , wherein the tube unit has a tube length along the tube axis claim 16 , and wherein the ratio of the stub length to the tube length is from 0.1 to 1.2.18. The axle unit as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the ratio of the stub length to the tube length is 0.2 to 1.19. The axle unit as claimed in claim 18 , wherein the ...

Axle Unit

An axle unit includes an axle tube and a suspension arm element, wherein the axle tube extends substantially along a tube axis, wherein the suspension arm element has a first joining region comprising a recess, wherein the first joining region of the suspension arm element is adjacent to the axle tube, wherein the suspension arm element is substantially transverse to the tube axis, and wherein a weld portion between the suspension arm element and the axle tube is located in the first joining region.

Axle Unit

The invention relates to an axle unit comprising an axle tube and a link element, wherein the axle tube substantially extends along a tube axis, wherein the link element has a joining portion with a first welding portion and a second welding portion, wherein the link element is arranged with its joining portion adjacent to the axle tube and substantially transversely with respect to the tube axis, wherein, in the first welding portion and in the second welding portion, a welded joint can be produced between the link element and the axle tube. 114.-. (canceled)15. An axle unit , comprising:an axle tube substantially extending along a tube axis; ana link element having a joining portion with a first welding portion and a second welding portion spatially separated from the first welding portion, wherein the link element is arranged with the joining portion adjacent to the axle tube and substantially transversely with respect to the tube axis; anda welded joint between the link element and the axle tube in the first welding portion and in the second welding portion;wherein the second welding portion includes a recess on the link unit, and wherein the second welding portion has an encircling edge configured to receive a weld seam.16. The axle unit as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the link element has an arm portion and a supporting portion claim 15 , wherein the arm portion and the supporting portion are adjacent to the joining portion on substantially opposite sides of the joining portion.17. The axle unit as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the first welding portion has two side seams extending at least in regions transversely with respect to a link axis claim 15 , and wherein the first welding portion has at least one transverse seam extending substantially parallel to the link axis.18. The axle unit as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the side seams each have a side seam length claim 17 , and wherein a ratio of the side seam length to a circumference of the axle tube in a ...