ЗАЩИЩАЮЩЕЕ ТЕЛО УСТРОЙСТВО

Защищающее тело устройство для ношения пользователем содержит наружную поверхность и матрицу из поглощающих энергию ячеек. Каждая ячейка содержит трубку, имеющую боковую стенку, которая соединяется с боковой стенкой, по меньшей мере, одной другой трубки, по существу, по длине трубки. Ось трубки расположена, по существу, перпендикулярно наружной поверхности, так что расположение каждой трубки, по существу, сохраняется при приложении нагрузки к наружной поверхности. Изобретение обеспечивает повышение степени защиты пользователя. 15 з.п. ф-лы, 10 ил.

Deformationsstruktur für den Insassenschutz in Fahrzeugen

Cushion, in particular stop buffer

The invention relates to a cushion, in particular stop buffer for damping the final movement of pivotable parts of motor vehicles, which cushion comprises a spring element supported with pretension on a casing which is made of a flexible material and has a predetermined air passage. A simple construction and the prerequisites for fitting at any desired places of use are achieved if the spring element consists of a preferably open-pored foam and if the casing is formed by a woven cloth which has defined air permeability and surrounds the foam.

Shock absorber

A shock absorber, which serves in particular for installation between the bumper and the body or the chassis of motor vehicles, has a moulded body which, in order to achieve the required force absorption characteristics and the necessary compressive strength, consists of a flock-composite foam material compressed to a density of 50 to 250 kg/m<3>.

Internal lining panel for vehicle or automobile construction has a lubrication layer between the outer skin and a foamed support part

An outer skin(14) has a stable supporting part(16). An intermediate layer(18) between the skin and support forms an under skin and is made of a material with a lubricating effect. The outer skin(14) is produced either as a slush molding or thermoformed molding. Supporting parts(16) are either partly or totally made of foamed plastic material. An Independent claim is included for a process for manufacturing the lining panel in which an outer skin is produced first and a lubricating layer is formed under the outer layer either before mounting the support or by injection between outer skin and support.

Article and method of manufacture thereof

Rear view device and motor vehicle

The invention relates to a rear view device for a motor vehicle, comprising a mirror base, which is mountable on the vehicle and which supports a mirror head with a housing, the mirror head being movable relative to the mirror base by means of at least one power-fold unit (14, figure 2), and a support plate 10 for providing a mounting area 12 for the power-fold unit characterised in that: the mounting area is provided by a first receptacle 20 for a motor part (16) of the power-fold unit and/or a second receptacle 22 for a transmission or gear part (18) of the power-fold unit, with either or both of the receptacles comprising at least one foamed polymer part; and/or that the power-fold unit comprises a first housing part (32) of the motor part and/or a second housing part (34) of the transmission or gear part, with either or both housing parts comprising at least one foamed polymer part. A vehicle with such a rear view mirror arrangement is also claimed.

FEDERELEMENT FÜR MATRATZEN

FLEXIBLE SUSPENSION FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF DYNAMICALLY STRESSED FUNCTIONAL PARTS

Procedure for the production of a PU mass

SHOCK ABSORBER

SHOCK ABSORBING WORKING STRUCTURE

Device for damping mechanical vibrations of heavy sound sources with legs, said vibrations being sonic frequencies and propagated in undesirable directions

HIGH EFFICIENCY ENERGY ABSORBER

HOLLOW TUBULAR CENTER BULGING FOAM SPRING

A hollow tubular foam spring (10) having a plurality of radially extending holes (20) extending from an outer surface (30) towards a central hollow core (40). The tubular foam spring (10) is arranged with wall thickness and diameter to height ratios such that center bulging is achieved under compressive loads. In an embodiment, such as in a mattress, seat, cushion or pillow, springs (10) are arranged in an array whereby some impinge upon one another due to central bulging.

VIBRATION DAMPING COMPOSITE MATERIAL

A new composite damping material is presented which exhibits an enhanced ability to dampen mechanical oscillations. The enhanced damping properties of this material are achieved through the entrapment of highly viscous damping fluids within the pores of a porous material (such as: an expanded polymer, felt, foam, fabric, metal, etc.). The entrapment of the fluid within the porous scaffold prevents flow, providing a stable composite which may be shaped into useful articles. Such a construct allows utilization of the high performance damping properties of fluids which, in pure form, are too fluidlike for most practical applications (which typically require a solid, stable, material). This composite, possessing damping performance approaching that of certain fluids, combined with stability in a solid form, can be used in many applications where materials are needed to damp the vibration of mechanical systems. Such applications include, but are not limited to, damping of vibrations which produce ...

SHOCK REDUCING STRUCTURAL FIXTURE

Agencement structurel destiné à assurer une réduction du niveau de choc transmis, depuis une source (6), à au moins un équipement, dans un ensemble matériel où l'agencement incorpore au moins un élément de support (2, 3, 4 ou 5), à cellules en nid d'abeilles, portant l'équipement à protéger des chocs et/ou la source. A u moins certaines des cellules en nid d'abeille sont remplies de microgranules rigid es dont préférablement les caractéristiques dimensionnelles sont hétérogènes, dans d es limites données.

Molla in gomma lavorante a compressione.

Molla in gomma lavorante a compressione

Polyurethane foam packaging block - with small foam particles ensuring homogeneous props

A composite foam block of polyurethane, for use as a shock absorber when transporting heavy goods in railway waggons, comprises filler material and foamed binding agent; the filler has a max. grain size of 6mm and the majority of the weight of the block comprises ether-based polyurethane, a smaller proportion comprising ester-based polyurethane. Pref., the polyurethane particles have a density of 0.02-0.07. The block may be used under and alongside heavy transported objects, esp. being nailed to the waggon wall. Due to the small grain size, the material possesses virtually the same mechanical properties in all directions; so that orientation of the block is unimportant.

Federnder Endanschlag

BLOC AMORTISSEUR DE CHOCS, PROCEDE DE FABRICATION D'UN ELEMENT ET SON UTILISATION.

Amortisseur de chocs et de vibrations

Verfahren zur Herstellung von optisch aktiven Isomeren von Lysin-p-aminobenzolsulfonat

DEVICE FOR ENERGIE-ABSORPTION WITH SHEARING AND THRUST FORCES.

Shock absorber with a shock absorber and game apparatus.

Als Schockabsorber an Kinderspielgeräten und Absperrungen werden Schaumstoffschnüre (3) eingesetzt, die wie geschlagene Seile in einem Mantel (11) gehalten sind und um die Rohre (13) der Spielgeräte oder Absperrungen bzw. Schutzvorrichtungen gewickelt werden. Durch den losen Zusammenhalt der Schaumstoffschnüre (3) innerhalb des Mantels (11) können sich die Schaumstoffschnüre (3) während des engen Umwickelns der Rohre (13) gegenseitig bewegen, so dass die auf der Aussenseite aufkommenden Spannungen durch Nachziehen von Schnurabschnitten aus den radial innen liegenden Bereichen zu einer Aufhebung bzw. Angleichung der Spannungen führt.

Improvement with the elastic suspensions of the engines assembled on the vehicles

Elastic body presenting an internal cavity

DISPOSITIF D'ACCOUPLEMENT ATTENUANT LES VIBRATIONS

LA PRESENTE INVENTION CONCERNE UN DISPOSITIF D'ACCOUPLEMENT ATTENUANT LES VIBRATIONS A UTILISER AVEC DES PREMIER ET SECOND ORGANES AYANT RESPECTIVEMENT DES FACES INTERNE ET EXTERNE ET AYANT CHACUN UNE OUVERTURE DONT LES AXES CENTRAUX SONT ALIGNES. SELON L'INVENTION, UNE STRUCTURE LAMINAIRE ABSORBANT LES VIBRATIONS 24 EST FIXEE SOLIDEMENT AU PREMIER ORGANE 20 PAR SON OUVERTURE 21, ET L'UNE DE SES FACES EXTREMES EST FIXEE SOLIDEMENT A LA FACE INTERNE DU SECOND ORGANE 22; DES ELEMENTS RIGIDES DE FIXATION 31, 32, 33 SONT MAINTENUS EN ENGAGEMENT AVEC L'AUTRE FACE EXTREME DE LA STRUCTURE ABSORBANT LES VIBRATIONS ET AVEC LA FACE EXTERNE DU SECOND ORGANE 22 PAR SON OUVERTURE 23; LA STRUCTURE ABSORBANT LES VIBRATIONS COMPREND UN PREMIER ORGANE ELASTIQUE 25 ET DES SECOND ET TROISIEME ORGANES ELASTIQUES 26, 27 AYANT UNE PLUS FAIBLE CONSTANTE D'ELASTICITE QUE LE PREMIER. L'INVENTION S'APPLIQUE NOTAMMENT A L'INDUSTRIE AUTOMOBILE.

PERFECTIONNEMENTS APPORTES AUX DISPOSITIFS POUR ABSORBER DES EFFORTS TELS QUE CHOCS OU ANALOGUES, NOTAMMENT AUX PARE-CHOCS POUR VEHICULES

L'invention concerne des dispositifs pour absorber des efforts tels que chocs ou analogues, notamment pour pare-chocs. Ce dispositif, tel que décrit dans le brevet principal, comporte des éléments cellulaires de section notamment hexagonale, et qui ont la propriété de se déformer sur une course importante de flambage. Les présents perfectionnements visent à améliorer encore les conditions de flambage par plusieurs modifications apportées aux parois des cellules. En particulier, on peut agir sur l'épaisseur des parois en rendant certaines d'entre elles plus minces. Ou encore on peut leur faire comporter des bourrelets facilitant le flambage. Ou encore on peut prévoir, pour lesdites parois, des inclinaisons différentes 15, 16. On obtient ainsi un effet de flambage jusqu'à 60 % de l'épaisseur du dispositif dans le sens de l'effort. Applications : pare-chocs de véhicules.

Dispositif de protection contre les ondes de pression des ouvrages soumis à un écoulement d'eau.

Dispositif de protection contre les ondes de pression des ouvrages soumis à un écoulement d'eau. En particulier dans les centrales nucléaires, la chaleur perdue évacuée est très souvent cédée à de l'eau de rivière ou de mer. Il faut pour cela des ouvrages de conduite d'eau (canaux, etc) par lesquels l'eau s'en va la centrale et y revient Pour la protection de ces ouvrages contre les ondes de pression qui peuvent se produire par exemple en cas d'explosion sous l'eau, l'invention prévoit une chambre 3 dans laquelle se trouvent des plaques parallèles 5 placées dans la direction du courant. Ces plaques sont revêtues sur leurs deux faces d'une couche de matière alvéolaire élastique, de sorte que les ondes de pression peuvent être absorbées efficacement dans cette chambre ...

BAGUES ELASTIQUES A CARACTERISTIQUES NON LINEAIRES POUR BARRIERES DE SECURITE MOBILES

BAGUE ELASTIQUE 8 DISPOSEE AUTOUR DE L'AXE D'ASSEMBLAGE DES ELEMENTS ARTICULES FORMANT UNE BARRIERE DE SECURITE POUR CHANTIERS OU UN SEPARATEUR DE VOIES SUR ROUTES OU AUTOROUTES CARACTERISEE EN CE QU'ELLE EST CONSTITUEE D'UN MATERIAU ELASTIQUE 13 OU 14 QUI LUI CONFERE, SOUS CONTRAINTE DE COMPRESSION, DES CARACTERISTIQUES MECANIQUES NON LINEAIRES AVEC LA DEFORMATION.

Energy absorber for mooring cable or gripes - resistant to ageing and corrosion, and silent when subjected to traction

ENERGY ABSORBING PROTECTIVE MEMBER FOR A PACKAGING FOR TRANSPORTING AND/OR STORING RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS

Un bloc (115) d'élément de protection amortisseur en mousse rigide et fragile telle une mousse de carbone est muni d'un dispositif (16) tel qu'une irrégularité de forme creuse pour permettre son écrasement immédiat par des fissurations se propageant en profondeur dans tout son volume, ce qui favorise sa fragmentation avec des caractéristiques répétitives. Application aux éléments de protection amortisseurs anti-choc, notamment couvrant des emballages exposés à des chutes.

Shock absorber and vibration damper comprises block of open-cell foam with cavities containing second deformable material such as resin

La présente invention est relative à un dispositif de protection (1), destiné à l'amortissement de chocs et/ou vibrations mécaniques, comportant une structure déformable (2). Il est caractérisé en ce que ladite structure déformable (2) comprend : - un premier matériau (3) de type mousse et présentant des cavités ouvertes (4), - un second matériau (5), disposé essentiellement au niveau desdites cavités ouvertes (4) et coopérant avec ledit premier matériau (3), de façon à se déformer élastiquement dans lesdites cavités ouvertes (4) lors d'un choc mécanique etlou d'une pression exercée sur ladite structure 2 permettant son amortissement.

DEVICE Of COUPLING ATTENUATING the VIBRATIONS

RESILIENT END ABUTMENT

BUFFER HAVING A BUFFER BODY OF FOAMED SYNTHETIC MATERIAL

REDUCING FITTING STRUCTURAL OF SHOCK

Agencement structurel destiné à assurer une réduction du niveau de choc transmis, depuis une source (6), à au moins un équipement, dans un ensemble matériel où l'agencement incorpore au moins un élément de support (2, 3, 4 ou 5), à cellules en nid d'abeilles, portant l'équipement à protéger des chocs et/ ou la source. Au moins certaines des cellules en nid d'abeille sont remplies de microgranules rigides dont préférablement les caractéristiques dimensionnelles sont hétérogènes, dans des limites données.

Progressive stop, especially for suspension damper

PLUG SHOCK ABSORBER OUT OF CELLULAR SYNTHETIC MATTER

VIBRATION ABSORBING ELEMENTS

SYSTEM OF ABAFAMENTO OF VIBRATION

SHOCK ABSORBER

A shock absorber that even when rigid polyurethane foam breaks up, would not be reduced to pieces and that is easy in handling, unfailingly realizing given energy absorption performance. There is provided a shock absorber, integrated together, rigid polyurethane foam (4) and supporter layer (5). As the supporter layer, use is made of a clothlike material, such as split yarn cloth, butter muslin or nonwoven fabric, a meshlike material, such as net or mesh per se, and a linear material, such as wire or string. Even when rigid polyurethane foam breaks up, polyurethane segments would remain joined to each other by means of the supporter layer and would not be reduced to pieces. Thus, even when breakage occurs during delivery, it would be feasible to handle the segments as an integral matter and to carry out mounting on car bodies without any disadvantage. Because rigid polyurethane foam would not scatter in the event of exposure to shock and would position at given location, energy absorption ...

ELECTROCHEMICAL MACHINING METHOD

L'invention concerne un procédé d'usinage électrochimique permettant de donner à une pièce telle qu'un panneau en nid d'abeilles une forme de profil tridimensionnel présentant une section transversale variable perpendiculaire à un axe de la forme de profil. Le procédé selon l'invention consiste à maintenir une électrode dans une position constante par rapport à l'axe et à exposer la surface de la forme de profil de manière différentielle par rapport à l'action de l'électrode dans la direction axiale, ce qui permet de varier la quantité de matière extraite et donc de varier la section transversale.

BUMPER

According to the invention, bumpers or the like for motor vehicles are made of a deformable soft plastic foam layer (2, 4) and of a harder plastic foam layer (1, 3) on the impact side to transmit the impact force.

Impact absorbing composites and their production

An improved composite for absorbing and dispersing impacting forces is disclosed. The composite includes a flexible plastic enclosure defining an internal cavity. The flexible enclosure is generally impermeable to air and capable of having its internal pressure changed. The composite further includes a foam core filling the cavity and retained within the cavity and adhered on substantially all of its external surface to the internal surface of the cavity. The cavity can be pressurized for higher impact absorbance. Methods for fabricating the composites are disclosed, as well. These methods include forming the outer enclosure by applying a solution/suspension of the prepolymer of controlled solids content to the core and also can include the step of preheating the core prior to coating it.

Impact vibration absorbers and devices that incorporated them

An absorber of impact-caused vibrations which is excellent in absorbing impact-caused vibrations, particularly relates to vibration absorption from sports instruments, tools or bicycle associated with impact-caused vibrations, for example, with the absorber of impact-caused vibrations made of a weight and an elastomer attached to a part of devices such as grip end, absorbs impact-caused vibration energy by converting impact-caused vibrations of devices to moving energy of a weight.

MOUNT ASSEMBLY

A mount assembly having a support structure mounted to a frame of a vehicle and a carrier mounted to a vehicle body. The support structure is displaceable relative to the carrier along a central axis (L). The support structure defines an inverted cup having a bottom with an aperture and a cylindrical skirt on a central axis (L) extending below the frame. A lower insulator is disposed between the support structure and a plate allowing the lower insulator to interact with the bottom and cylindrical skirt of the support structure and the plate to isolate forces in a vertical and/or lateral direction. The interaction with the support structure and the plate improves handling of lateral forces seen in a vehicle during driving events such as braking or corning.

DAMPENING DEVICE AND SYSTEM

A dampening device for use in a dampening system that operates to dampen and slow the movement of a closing door thereby reducing noise and the risk of injury, the dampening device including a piston and dampening apparatus that are moveable within a cylinder and an anchoring apparatus, the dampening device attached to various positions along a door frame or door panel.

Moulded part

RESIN-MADE SHOCK ABSORBING MEMBER AND SHOCK ABSORBING BLOCK USING IT

PURPOSE: To exhibit large energy absorbing efficiency in comparison with reaction, so as to attempt improvement of restoring performance by zigzag connecting angled parts to each other and valley parts to each other in plural lines as seen from the shock acting direction, and integrating them by inclined surface part intermediate parts as a connecting contact part. CONSTITUTION: A resin-made shock absorbing member 1 is provided with a plurality of fixing parts 3 fixed and arranged on the flat front surface of a body made to collide 2 at specific distances, a plurality of pressure receiving parts 4 arranged on the collision side in parallel with the fixing parts 3, and a shock absorbing parts 5 for connecting the fixing parts 3 to the pressure receiving parts 4 into the inclined state. Waved band-like shock absorbing pieces formed by connecting the fixing parts 3, the pressure receiving parts 4 and the shock absorbing parts 5 to one another are arranged in plural lines in the direction of ...

СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ АМОРТИЗАЦИИ КОЛЕБАНИЙ

Группа изобретений относится к области машиностроения. Система для применения в напольных покрытиях воздушных судов содержит ячеистую панель и вибродемпфирующее покрытие. Вибродемпфирующее покрытие сформировано отверждением композиции для покрытия. Композиция содержит эмульсию акрилового сополимера, ингибитор горения и вибродемпфирующий наполнитель. Вибродемпфирующий наполнитель состоит из слюды. Адгезив связан с обеими поверхностями ячеистой панели. Два элемента защитной оболочки соединены с адгезивом. Система по второму варианту характеризуется композицией, состоящей в основном из сополимера, ингибитора горения и вибродемпфирующего наполнителя. Достигается повышение эффективности амортизации/демпфирования колебаний/вибраций и уменьшение массы. 2 н. и 20 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил.

ПОГЛОЩАЮЩИЙ ЭНЕРГИЮ УДАРА ЭЛЕМЕНТ ДЛЯ РАБОТЫ В УСЛОВИЯХ ДИНАМИЧЕСКИХ УДАРНЫХ НАГРУЗОК

Изобретение относится к поглощающим элементам для работы в условиях динамических ударных нагрузок для транспортных средств, например для использования в качестве обивки потолка, панелей дверей, коленных буферов, стоек, подголовников, спинок сидений, полов багажника или панелей приборов. Элемент содержит пористый полимер с плотностью не более 40 кг/м3, сформированный путем экструзии единой непрерывной массы вспениваемой полимерной смеси в направлении экструзии. Пористый полимер имеет предел упругости, равный деформации 3-10%, и анизотропными характеристиками, представленными соотношениями СЕ/СТ, CV/CT и CH/CT, где по меньшей мере одно из соотношений СЕ/СТ, CV/CT и CH/CT имеет величину 0,40-0,80, где CE, CV и CH представляют предел прочности вспененного материала при сжатии в каждом из трех ортогональных направлений Е, V и Н соответственно, а CT представляет сумму СЕ, CV и CH. Направление Е представляет направление экструзии, и по меньшей мере одно из соотношений CV/CT и CH/CT больше, чем ...

ПРОФИЛЬ ДЛЯ УПЛОТНЕНИЯ И/ИЛИ ДЕМПФИРОВАНИЯ

... 1. Профиль для уплотнения и/или демпфирования для использования в туннелестроении, подземном строительстве, возведении верхних строений ж/д путей и/или для фасадов с окнами, причем профиль (1) состоит из поперечносшитого эластомера и эластичных микросфер (2), доля которых не превышает двух процентов по весу.2. Профиль по п.1, отличающийся тем, что профиль (1) по сравнению с уплотняющим и изолирующим профилем без микросфер, применяющимся в тех же целях, обладает примерно той же твердостью.3. Профиль по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что доля эластичных микросфер (2) составляет 0,25-2 процента по весу, предпочтительно 0,25-1,5 процента по весу, еще более предпочтительно 0,25-1,0 процента по весу, еще более предпочтительно 0,25-0,75 процента по весу, наиболее предпочтительно 0,25-0,5 процента по весу, 0,25-0,4 процента по весу или 0,25-0,3 процента по весу.4. Профиль по п.1 или 2, отличающийся тем, что микросферы (2) имеют средний диаметр, равный 40-120 мкм, предпочтительно 40-80 или 80-120 ...

ЗАЩИЩАЮЩЕЕ ТЕЛО УСТРОЙСТВО

... 1. Защищающее тело устройство для ношения пользователем, содержащее матрицу из поглощающих энергию ячеек, в котором каждая ячейка содержит трубку, и в котором, по существу, каждая трубка имеет боковую стенку, которая находится вблизи или примыкает к боковой стенке, по меньшей мере, одной другой трубки, и в котором, по существу, каждая трубка имеет такую конфигурацию, что ориентация трубки, по существу, сохраняется при приложении нагрузки параллельно оси трубки. 2. Защищающее тело устройство по п.1, в котором трубка имеет цилиндрическую или коническую конструкцию. 3. Защищающее тело устройство по любому из п.1 или 2, которое представляет собой защитный шлем. 4. Защищающее тело устройство по п.1, в котором, по существу, каждая трубка имеет боковую стенку, которая соединяется с боковой стенкой, по меньшей мере, одной другой трубки клеем. 5. Защищающее тело устройство по п.1, в котором, по существу, каждая трубка имеет боковую стенку, которая сварена или сплавлена с боковой стенкой, по меньшей ...

Elastische Aufhängung zur Befestigung von dynamisch beanspruchten Funktionsteilen

Deformationsstruktur für den Insassenschutz in Fahrzeugen

SCHUTZEINRICHTUNG FUER WASSERFUEHRENDE BAUWERKE GEGEN DRUCKWELLEN

Aus zusammengeklebten Lagen von schalldaempfenden Geweben bestehende Unterlegplatte fuer Maschinen od. dgl. zur Daempfung von Vibrationen, Erschuetterungen und Geraeuschen

ENERGY ABSORBING BLOCK

... 1424436 Releasable fastenings McCORD CORP 11 April 1973 [19 April 1972 29 March 1973] 17295/73 Heading E2A [Also in Division F2] A pin 46 is used in a shock absorber 10 to fasten a cylinder 20 into a two piece housing 36 against a pre-load force provided by a resilient block 30 operating between the cylinder 20 and a piston 12 resting against stops 42 in the housing 36. The pin 46 cooperates with a sloping wall 26 to allow inward movement of the cylinder 20; when no external force is present, the pin 46 rests against a projection 28.

Attenuator

Fastener comprising male and female components

A fastener comprises a male fastener component 1 and a female fastener component 2. The male component comprises a base plate 11 with a rear surface for gluing to a first structure 4 and a male projection 10 which projects from the base plate and has a maximum-diameter portion. The female component comprises a base plate 21 with a rear surface for gluing to a second structure 5 and a socket 26 for releasably receiving and gripping the maximum-diameter portion of the male component. The socket may comprise arms (29, Fig. 1) and the male projection may be pivotable when gripped by the socket. The male projection may comprise a metal ball welded to the base plate, and the female component may be moulded of plastic. A spacer device 3 may be provided between the male or female component and its respective structure. Each of the rear surfaces of the base plates 11, 21 may include a plurality of standoff projections 14, (24, Fig. 12) and holes (15, Fig. 2), 25 to improve bonding when they are ...

Energy absorption device for a vehicle

SHOCK-ABSORBING MATERIAL

... 1415711 Shock-absorbing material YOKOHAMA RUBBER CO Ltd 19 Feb 1973 [30 May 1972] 7967/73 Heading C3R A shock-absorbing material consists of a rigid foam of a thermosetting resin having an average cell size of at least 0À6 mm., a rupture strength under compression of between 1 and 15 kg./cm.2, an available efficiency of between 70 and 90% and a damping efficiency of between 81 and 97%, the foam disintegrating into substantially particulate matter when impacted with energy in excess of its rupture strength. The foam may be a phenolic, epoxy, urea resin or most preferably a polyurethane foam. In the manufacture of the polyurethane it is generally necessary to employ a polyether polyol of OH number not less than 350. The foams may be used in the motor industry for safety purposes.

Energy absorption unit

PROCEDURE FOR FLEXIBLE CONNECTING OF TWO GEHÄUSETEILEN AND THE THEN MANUFACTURED CONNECTION.

BODY SAFETY DIVICE

BODY SAFETY DIVICE

FEATHER/SPRING DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR AXLES

ENERGY ABSORBER

VIBRATION DAMPER

A vibration damper comprises a vibration dampening structure and a load bearing plate disposed on the vibration dampening structure. The vibration dampening structure includes a slip resistant layer and at least one foam layer disposed between the slip resistant layer and the load bearing plate. A resilient mounting layer is disposed on the load bearing plate. The vibration damper may act directly between an underlying support surface and equipment or may act between the underlying support surface and a sheet of flooring.

LOW PROFILE SUSPENSION SYSTEM WITH HORIZONTAL ELASTIC MEMBERS

An exemplary suspension member for a reciprocating conveyor has a horizontally oriented resilient spring member, two bases, and a support. The spring member has a main body, two ends, and a center with a mounting portion. Each base has a retention portion for retaining an end of the spring member. The support supports a tray disposed on top of the mounting portion and has at least one support member extending downward to engage the mounting portion.

HOLLOW TUBULAR SPRING MADE OF FOAM MATERIAL WITH CENTRAL EXPANSION

For the transport of radioactive material and/or temporary storage of the shock-absorbing protective element as a result of the

BLOC-TAMPON IN A MATTER FOAM INTENDS TO BE COMPRESSES BY A MOVING PART

Damping handle

PREPARATION OF OPTICALLY ACTIVE ISOMERS OF LYSINES

Antivibratory and antishock device - comprises an elastic bed compressed between a supporting surface and a rigid plate

Foam polyurethane buffer - with natural rubber covering preventing deterioration by UV light

Dispositif de fixation de la partie supérieure d'une jambe de suspension d'un véhicule automobile.

L'invention se rapport aux suspensions pour automobiles. Elle concerne un dispositif de fixation de la partie supérieure d'une jambe de suspension formée d'un amortisseur dont la tige 3 est munie d'une tête sphérique 4, et d'un ressort hélicoïdal. Ce dispositif comprend un bloc 9 en matière élastomère, de préférence en mousse de polyuréthane, dans lequel sont emmanchées la tige et sa tête sphérique, une pièce d'appui 10 dont la partie centrale est hémi-sphérique et une plaque rigide 11 insérée dans le bloc de façon à séparer la portion supérieure du bloc du reste du bloc. Une partie périphérique élargie du bloc sert de siège pour la spire supérieure du ressort. Utilisation dans l'industrie automobile.

Structural body for vehicle

A vibration-damping structural body for a vehicle, which comprises a sublayer sheet composed of a foamed thermoset resin and fusion-bonded onto a vehicle part, and at least one layer, which is fusion-bonded onto the sublayer and is selected from a damping intermediate sheet (2) comprised of a viscoelastic material and restraining sheet (3). The sublayer sheet (1) is formed from a semi-gelled sheet made by heating a forming and thermosetting resin composition comprising (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a coreacting curing agent, (C) a foaming agent, (D) a surface active agent and (E) a rubber-like elastic material or a powdery thermoplastic resin not containing halogen, which is insoluble in the epoxy resin at room temperature, but is miscible with and dispersible in the epoxy resin at 80° to 150° C.

Spring element for mattresses

Circular elastic bearing and its production method

СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ АМОРТИЗАЦИИ КОЛЕБАНИЙ

Hydropneumatic shock absorber - comprises cellular rubber core with solid skin vulcanised onto it

Elastically deformable rubber(y) body arranged in the liq. medium of a hydro-pneumatic of a spring element has cellular or sponge-like structure. It has an elastically deformable, firmly adhering solid, i.e. non-cellular skin which is also made of rubber or a rubbery material. Mfr. comprises preparing and curing or vulcanising the body separately and then enveloping it into an unvulcanised or uncured skin and the resulting combination is vulcanised together in a mould.

Energy absorbing foam structure, e.g. for use in motor vehicles

An energy absorbing foam structure (1) for absorbing impacts, comprises at least two parallel foam layers (3a,3b,3c) which run parallel to the impact force direction. The layers have different energy absorbing capability.

Stossdämpfer

Tür ausgestattet mit einem Stossdämpfer

Tür ausgestattet mit einem Stossdämpfer

Deformation element for an impact barrier of a vehicle crash test bed has a porous foam filling that is filled with fluid that is forced out by an impact and which when refilled resumes its original shape

Deformation element has a fluid-filled deformation element, which when compressed is deformed with fluid being forced out of it, and which takes up its original shape when refilled. It has a porous foam filling that is supported on support elements in the case of a crash. The foam body has at least a sealed area, which when the foam body is deformed, covers and or closes at least a part of the flow openings of the support elements.

PUFFER, INSBESONDERE FUER KRANE

Aufzug-Dämpfer und Aufzug

Es werden ein Aufzug-Dämpfer und ein Aufzug angegeben, die eine Reduzierung der maximalen Abbremsung eines heb- und absenkbaren Körpers durch eine Unterdrückung der Verformung eines geschäumten Körpers zur Stoßdämpfung ermöglichen. Der Aufzug-Dämpfer (10) weist Folgendes auf: Urethanschaum (11) mit einer Kollisionsfläche (11a), mit der ein heb- und absenkbarer Körper kollidieren soll; und ein äußeres Umfangselement (12), das an der Außenseite der Seitenfläche des Urethanschaums (11) befestigt ist und eine nach außen gebogene innere Seitenfläche (12a) aufweist, wobei der Aufprall durch Kollision des heb- und absenkbarer Körpers durch Verformungen des Urethanschaums (11) und des äußeren Umfangselements (12) gedämpft wird.

Protection of underwater pipelines and other structures

An underwater object eg. pipe 2, is protected by securing adjacent to the object a jacket 6 formed of a flexible material, the jacket containing an elastomeric material 10 capable of being swollen by a liquid to which the jacket is effectively impermeable and introducing said liquid into the jacket to cause swelling of the elastomeric material either before or after the object is located within the jacket. Spaces between adjacent jackets can be shielded by a cover 11 of similar construction to the jackets. The jacket can be divided by bulkheads which incorporate flow-restricting valves (15, Fig. 3). Thermal insulation 9 can be included and may be separated from the swellable material by an elastomer sleeve (16, Fig 4). Jackets filled simply with liquid are also described. ...

A stabilizer bar and bushing assembly

SHEAR ACTION AND COMPRESSION ENERGY ABSORBER

Cylindrical elastic member, strut mount, and production method for said strut mount

A cylindrical elastic member for connecting an inner cylindrical section attached to an operating axis as an axial center to an outer cylindrical section arranged outside the inner cylindrical section concentrically therewith, so as to be apart from the inner cylindrical section and surround the section, the member comprising a non-foamed elastic body and a foamed elastic body, about which in a contacting-surface of the member with the inner cylindrical section, at least a contacting-surface area with an outer circumferential end-region of the inner cylindrical section comprises the non-foamed elastic body, and in a contacting-surface of the member with the outer cylindrical section, at least contacting-surface areas with both operating-axis-direction inside surfaces of the outer cylindrical section each comprise the foamed elastic body.

Сборный амортизатор

Сборный амортизатор, состоящий из упругого элемента, имеющего форму параллелепипеда, выполненного из резиноподобного материала, со сквозными горизонтальными отверстиями и приставной арматуры в виде верхней и нижней опорных металлических пластин с отверстиями для крепления, отличающийся тем, что в упругом элементе сделаны горизонтальные отверстия с одинаковыми равнобедренными треугольными формами в вертикальном сечении, расположенные в два и более ряда по высоте в шахматном порядке с вершинами треугольников верхнего ряда, направленными вверх, а нижнего ряда - вниз, со связующими металлическими пластинами, расположенными в плоскостях горизонтальных сторон треугольников, соединенными вертикальными тягами, одним концом закрепленными через отверстия с опорными пластинами, а вторым - с центрами связующих пластин, причем верхний ряд связующих пластин соединен с нижней опорной пластиной, а нижний ряд - с верхней опорной пластиной. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 165 973 U1 (51) МПК F16F 1/377 (2006.01) F16F 1/371 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2015139612/11, 17.09.2015 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 17.09.2015 (45) Опубликовано: 10.11.2016 Бюл. № 31 1 6 5 9 7 3 R U (57) Формула полезной модели Сборный амортизатор, состоящий из упругого элемента, имеющего форму параллелепипеда, выполненного из резиноподобного материала, со сквозными горизонтальными отверстиями и приставной арматуры в виде верхней и нижней опорных металлических пластин с отверстиями для крепления, отличающийся тем, что в упругом элементе сделаны горизонтальные отверстия с одинаковыми равнобедренными треугольными формами в вертикальном сечении, расположенные в два и более ряда по высоте в шахматном порядке с вершинами треугольников верхнего ряда, направленными вверх, а нижнего ряда - вниз, со связующими металлическими пластинами, расположенными в плоскостях горизонтальных сторон ...

Опора кузова транспортного средства

Полезная модель относится к области машиностроения и предназначена для обеспечения необходимого уровня шумовиброкомфорта транспортного средства, а именно для снижения шума и вибрации, передаваемых от рамы на кузов в период движения упомянутого транспортного средства.Опора кузова транспортного средства содержит демпфирующий элемент, выполненный из упругого материала и снабженный верхней и нижней кольцевыми канавками, донные участки которых обращены в сторону расположения центральной втулки, установленной в осевом отверстии демпфирующего элемента и выполненной с осевым отверстием для установки крепежного элемента.Новым является то, что верхняя кольцевая канавка имеет переменную высоту, при этом нижний участок верхней кольцевой канавки имеет волнообразную поверхность по всей длине окружности указанной верхней кольцевой канавки; нижний участок демпфирующего элемента выполнен свободным с возможностью изменения своей геометрической формы, при этом упомянутый нижний участок демпфирующего элемента выполнен конической формы с углом 40÷130° при вершине в осевом сечении конуса. 1 н. и 1 з.п. ф-лы,1 ил. Ц 174743 ко РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) (11) зе а в а «0 (13) (51) МПК Вб2р 24/02 (2006.01) Е16Е 15/08 (2006.01) ЕЕ 1/373 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2016148855, 12.12.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.12.2016 Дата регистрации: 31.10.2017 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 12.12.2016 (45) Опубликовано: 31.10.2017 Бюл. № 31 Адрес для переписки: 445042, Самарская обл., г. Тольятти, а/я 5607, пат. пов. И.И. Аксентьевой (72) Автор(ы): Пшеничный Владимир Николаевич (КО), Берг Виктор Николаевич (КП) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Публичное акционерное общество "Балаковорезинотехника" (КП) (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: 0$ 2005/0073166, 07.04.2005. ВЧ 159977 91, 27.02.2016. ]? 2003335261 А, 25.11.2003. ]? 2003220968 А, 05.08.2003. (54) ОПОРА КУЗОВА ...

Laundry machine

The patent application relates to a laundry machine comprising a drum in which laundry is to be placed, a drive assembly including a shaft ( 351 ) connected to the drum, a bearing housing ( 400 ) to rotatably support the shaft ( 351 ), a motor to rotate the shaft ( 351 ), and a suspension assembly to reduce vibration of the drum. The suspension assembly further includes at least two suspension units which are arranged one in front of the other and the front unit of which is located before a weight center of an assembly of the drum and the drive assembly.

Coupling member and multiple point connection

For an elastic coupling member for a three (or more) point connection of a vibration absorber mass, like a gas generator for an airbag, to a motor vehicle part exposed to vibrations or oscillations, like a steering wheel structure, comprising a sleeve-shaped spring body firmly connectable to the vibration absorber mass and the motor vehicle part and having an axial direction, it is provided that the spring body has a different shape in its first radial sectional plane, in particular a vertical radial sectional plane, compared to a second, in particular horizontal radial section plane circumferentially offset from the first one.

Roller thrust bearing vibration isolator

A vibration isolator for use between a support structure and a roller thrust bearing including a first race, a second race, a bearing cage and at least one roller element. The vibration isolator includes a radially extending portion with a mating surface, a bearing surface, an inner peripheral edge and an outer peripheral edge, the radially extending portion being substantially disk-shaped. An annular flange extends axially from one of the inner peripheral edge and the outer peripheral edge of the radially extending portion, and at least one groove is defined by the mating surface of the radially extending portion. The bearing surface is configured to abut one of the first race and the second race and the mating surface is configured to abut the support structure such that a void is defined between the at least one groove and the support structure.

Vibration decay time modification

Vibration dampeners (DTM's) designed to surround a device in which unwanted vibrations (including shocks) are set up during use or a component of the device. The DTM significantly shortens the duration of those vibrations, reducing sound levels, making the device more comfortable to use in wielded instrument applications of the invention, and/or significantly reducing the possibility that the vibrations might damage the device. A representative, but significant, use of the subject DTM's is to dampen the vibrations generated when an arrow (or bolt) is shot from a crossbow.

Interdigitated Cellular Cushioning

An interdigitated cellular cushioning system includes an array of void cells protruding from each of two binding layers interdigitated between the two binding layers. Peaks of each of the void cells are attached to the opposite binding layer forming the interdigitated cellular cushioning system. The interdigitated cellular cushioning system may be used to absorb and distribute a source of kinetic energy incident on the interdigitated cellular cushioning system (e.g., an impact or explosion) so that the amount of force transmitted through the interdigitated cellular cushioning system is low enough that it does not cause injury to personnel or damage to personnel and/or equipment adjacent the interdigitated cellular cushioning system.

Vibration-damping device

This vibration-damping device ( 1 ) includes: a bracket member ( 3 ) connected to one of a vibration-generator and a vibration-receiver; and a vibration-damping member ( 2 A, 2 B) including: a cylindrical first mounting member ( 20 A, 20 B) fitted inside a fitting part ( 30 ) provided in the bracket member ( 3 ), a second mounting member ( 21 A, 21 B) connected to the other of the vibration generator and the vibration receiver, and an elastic body ( 22 A, 22 B) that elastically connects the first mounting member ( 20 A, 20 B) and the second mounting member ( 21 A, 21 B). The first mounting member ( 20 A, 20 B) and the fitting part ( 30 ) are each formed in a shape having a plurality of radii of different lengths in a plan view.

Noise and vibration mitigating mat

A noise and vibration mitigating mat having top and bottom surfaces comprises a first layer formed of recycled bound rubber product, the first layer having a contoured bottom surface and a generally flat top surface, a second layer on the top surface of the first layer, the second layer being formed of a fabric and a third layer on the second layer and being formed of recycled rubber product.

Compressible Elastomeric Spring

A compressible spring includes a substantially solid body defining a central axis and manufactured from an elastomeric material. A substantially solid abutment upstands axially on one end of the substantially solid body. There is also a lip that is disposed on a distal end of the axial abutment in a plane being substantially transverse to the central axis. An axial bore may be provided extending through the thicknesses of the body and abutment. Furthermore, a plate shape member may be provided that is mechanically secured to the substantially solid body during the forming process, wherein the abutment is passed through a central aperture in the rigid member and wherein the lip cages a thickness portion of the rigid member around the central aperture.

External shear-hub isolator

An elastomeric isolator has an elastomeric body which incorporates an inner structural member and an outer structural member. The elastomeric body includes a shear hub extending between radial flanges defined by the inner and outer structural members that undergo shearing stresses during deflection of the elastomeric isolator. The inner and outer structural members are designed to provide a travel stop for the elastomeric isolator in order to avoid compression of the shear hub during high loads. The elastomeric bushing can also include an optional integral elastomeric heat shield which protects the shear hub.

HYDRAULICALLY DAMPING BEARING

A bearing, having: a support for fastening the bearing to a first body; a supporting bearing for fastening the bearing to a second body; and a multilayered spring which is integrated into the support and/or the supporting bearing and has an elastomer track which is arranged between two cover plates, wherein at least one of the cover plates has at least one projection which extends into the elastomer track from the one cover plate in the direction of the other cover plate. 1. A bearing , comprising:a support configured to fasten the bearing to a first body;a seat configured to fasten the bearing to a second body; anda layered spring that is integrated into the support, into the seat, or into the support and the seat,wherein the layered spring comprises an elastomer strip arranged between a first and a second cover plate, andwherein at least one of the cover plates comprises a projection that extends from one cover plate in the direction of the other cover plate and into the elastomer strip.2. The bearing of claim 1 , comprising two or more projections claim 1 , which are arranged alternately on the two cover plates in a plane of the elastomer strip.3. The bearing of claim 1 , wherein one or more projections are arranged in a circle claim 1 , at least in certain sections claim 1 , around a center axis of the bearing.4. The bearing of claim 1 , further comprising:a gas spring between the support and the seat,wherein the gas spring is delimited by a bellows,wherein the bellows is joined (i) to the seat by a first thickened area of the bellows, (ii) to the support by second thickened area of the bellows, or (iii) to the seat by the first thickened area and to the support by the second thickened area.5. The bearing of claim 4 , wherein the first thickened area claim 4 , the second thickened area claim 4 , or the first and the second thickened area has a triangular cross section that is frictionally connected to the seat claim 4 , the support claim 4 , or the seat and the ...

Shock absorbers for protective body gear

Shock absorbers for integration into protective structures generally take the form of hollow, fluid-filled, compressible cells. In various embodiments, the cell enclosure includes one or more orifices, or vents, through which a fluid (such as air or water) can escape from the inner chamber formed by the enclosure.

SEALING OR DAMPING PROFILED ELEMENT

A sealing or damping profiled element for use in tunnel construction, construction at or below ground level, track superstructures and/or window façades and also a method for the production thereof. The sealing or damping profiled element () is made of a cross-linked elastomer and exhibits a fraction of at most two percent by weight of elastic microspheres (). The sealing or damping profiled element () exhibits a lower specific weight and/or a lower maximum restoring force where there is strong compression. 1122. A sealing or damping profiled element for use in tunnel construction , construction at or below ground level , track superstructures and/or window façades , wherein the sealing or damping profiled element () is comprised of a cross-linked elastomer and elastic microspheres () , wherein said elastic microspheres () are present in an amount of at most two percent by weight.21. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing or damping profiled section () exhibits a hardness which is substantially the same compared with a microsphere-free sealing or damping profiled section provided for the same intended application.32. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the proportion of elastic microspheres () is 0.25 to 2% by wt. based on the weight of elastomer and elastic microspheres.42. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the microspheres () exhibit an average diameter of 40-120 μm.521. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the microspheres () are evenly distributed over the cross-section of the sealing or damping profiled element ().62. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the microspheres () are gas propellant-filled microspheres with an acrylonitrile casing.712. The sealing or damping profiled element according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing or damping profiled element () exhibits no cavities () ...

RUBBER STOPPER

A damper for damping vibrations between a support and a device mounted on the same includes two elastic elements which can be attached to the support by means of a bolt and a securement means. The damper should be suitable for different material thicknesses of the support. This is achieved in that a step is constructed on an outer periphery of a first element, wherein a smaller cross-section formed by the step corresponds to the cross-section of an opening in the support which is functionally assigned thereto, and the part having the smaller cross-section is longer than a thickness of the support, and in that a bore hole is included in an end face of a second element, wherein the cross-section of the bore hole corresponds to that of the opening. 1. A damper for damping vibrations between a support and a device mounted on the same , comprises:first and second elastic elements configured for attachment to the support,wherein said first element further comprises a step in an outer periphery of the first element, wherein a smaller cross-section formed by the step corresponds to a cross-section of an opening in the support and is longer than a thickness of the support, andwherein said second element further comprises a first bore hole in an end face of the second element, and has a cross-section which corresponds to that of the opening in the support.2. The damper according to claim 1 , further comprising a groove in a partial periphery of the second element.3. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein each of said first and second elements is provide with a bore hole claim 1 , each bore hole further provided with a notch.4. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein said damper is made of rubber.5. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein said damper is made of elastic plastic. The invention relates to a damper for damping vibrations between a support and a device mounted thereon, having two elastic elements which can be attached on the support by means of a bolt and a ...

Vibration dampening material

A vibration reducing assembly including a flexible headgear and at least one panel of vibration reducing material secured to the flexible headgear. The at least one panel of vibration reducing material includes at least a first elastomer layer and a reinforcement layer comprising a high tensile strength fibrous material.

POLYMER BELLOWS SPRING

A spring for use in a check valve is formed from a single piece of a polymeric material and includes a proximal end, a distal end, and a body positioned between the proximal end and the distal end. The body includes a wall, a proximal opening on the wall and a distal opening on the wall, and a bellows between the proximal opening and the distal opening. Further included is a process of forming the spring. 1. A spring for use in a check valve , wherein the spring is formed from a single piece of a polymeric material and wherein the spring comprises:a proximal end;a distal end positioned opposite to the proximal end; anda body positioned between the proximal end and the distal end, wherein the body comprises a wall, wherein the body comprises a proximal opening on a portion of the wall adjacent to the proximal end and a distal opening on a portion of the wall adjacent to the distal end, and wherein the body further comprises a bellows between the proximal opening and the distal opening.2. The spring of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric material is a fluoropolymer.3. The spring of claim 2 , wherein the polymeric material is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).4. The spring of claim 1 , wherein the spring further comprises a lumen within the body and wherein the proximal opening and the distal opening provide fluid communication to the lumen.5. The spring of claim 1 , wherein the check valve has a size of about 1 inch to about 5 inches claim 1 , such as a size of about 2 inches to about 4 inches claim 1 , or such as a size of about 2.5 inches to about 4 inches claim 1 , or such as a size of about 2.5 inches to about 3.5 inches claim 1 , or such as a size of about 2 inches.6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. The spring of claim 1 , wherein the check valve comprises a flow coefficient value of at least 35 claim 1 , such as at least 36 claim 1 , at least 37 claim 1 , or at least 38.9. (canceled)10. The spring of claim 1 , wherein the check valve comprises a cracking pressure range ...

DIFFERENTIAL-STIFFNESS IMPACT-ATTENUATION MEMBERS AND PRODUCTS INCLUDING THEM

A differential-stiffness impact-attenuation member includes at least one spring element. The spring element has dimensions in height, length and width directions. The height dimension extends from a top surface to a bottom surface. The length dimension extends from a front end to a back end. At least one of the top and bottom surfaces is adapted for mounting. The impact-attenuation member has a first stiffness characteristic in the height direction at the front end of the spring element and a second stiffness characteristic in the height direction at the back end of the spring element. The spring element may define a cavity. A tension element may engage the spring element and be located at least partially within the cavity. The impact-attenuation member may engage at least one of a foot-covering member, a foot-supporting member and a surface-contacting member associated with a foot-receiving device. 1. An impact-attenuation member comprising:a spring element characterized by dimensions in mutually perpendicular height, length and width directions, the height dimension extending from a top surface to a bottom surface, and at least one of the top surface and the bottom surface adapted for mounting,wherein at most one of two mutually perpendicular planes, each extending in the height direction, defines a plane of symmetry of the spring element, andwherein the spring element is a truncated, hollow, substantially conical shape.2. The member of claim 2 , whereinone of two mutually perpendicular planes, each extending in the height direction, defines a plane of symmetry of the spring element.3. The member of claim 2 , further comprising:a tension element engaging the spring element and extending in the width direction of the spring element;wherein the spring element defines a cavity, andwherein the tension element is located at least partially within the cavity.4. The member of claim 3 , wherein the tension element is substantially planar claim 3 , and wherein the tension ...

VIBRATION DAMPING DEVICE HAVING STOPPER RUBBERS

A vibration damping device having stopper rubbers including: a first and second mounting members; an outer bracket attached to the second mounting member; and a plurality of stopper rubbers attached to the outer bracket and providing a stopper mechanism for limiting an amount of relative displacement between the first and second mounting members by means of contact between a first mounting member side and the outer bracket via the stopper rubbers. The stopper rubbers include respective mating recesses and the mating recesses open toward a same direction. The stopper rubbers are integrally connected by at least one rubber connecting portion. The stopper rubbers are attached to the outer bracket with the rubber connecting portion being deformed so that the mating recesses are arranged so as to open toward different directions and are mated with the outer bracket. 1. A vibration damping device having stopper rubbers comprising:a first mounting member;a second mounting member;a main rubber elastic body elastically connecting the first and second mounting members;an outer bracket attached to the second mounting member; anda plurality of stopper rubbers attached to the outer bracket and providing a stopper mechanism for limiting an amount of relative displacement between the first and second mounting members by means of contact between a first mounting member side and the outer bracket via the stopper rubbers,wherein the stopper rubbers include respective mating recesses, and the mating recesses open toward a same direction,wherein the stopper rubbers are integrally formed by being connected by at least one rubber connecting portion, andwherein the stopper rubbers are attached to the outer bracket with the rubber connecting portion being deformed so that the mating recesses are arranged so as to open toward different directions and are mated with the outer bracket.2. The vibration damping device having stopper rubbers according to claim 1 , wherein the second mounting ...

VIBRATION ISOLATION MOUNT FOR AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

A mount for an electric motor that is formed of an elastomeric material and includes a sleeve around which ribs are formed. The ribs include first ribs and second ribs, and the first ribs project further from the sleeve and are more compliant than the second ribs. 1. A mount for an electric motor , the mount being formed of an elastomeric material and comprising a sleeve around which a plurality of ribs are formed , wherein the ribs comprise first ribs and second ribs , and the first ribs project further from the sleeve and are more compliant than the second ribs.2. The mount of claim 1 , wherein the first ribs and the second ribs extend axially along the sleeve.3. The mount of claim 1 , wherein the first ribs and the second ribs are formed around an outer surface of the sleeve.4. The mount of claim 1 , wherein one or more second ribs are located between pairs of first ribs.5. The mount of claim 1 , wherein each of the first ribs is hollow and each of the second ribs is solid.6. The mount of claim 1 , wherein an end of each of the first ribs is tapered.7. The mount of claim 1 , wherein the mount comprises one or more stubs that project axially beyond an end of the sleeve claim 1 , each stub being more compliant than the sleeve.8. The mount of claim 1 , wherein the mount comprises one or more locking projections formed on an inner surface of the sleeve.9. A mount for an electric motor claim 1 , the mount being formed of an elastomeric material and comprising a sleeve around which a plurality of ribs are formed claim 1 , wherein the ribs are formed around an outer surface of the sleeve claim 1 , the ribs comprise first ribs and second ribs that extend axially along the sleeve claim 1 , one or more second ribs are located between pairs of first ribs claim 1 , and the first ribs project further from the sleeve and are more compliant than the second ribs.10. The mount of claim 9 , wherein each of the first ribs is hollow and each of the second ribs is solid.11. The mount ...

VEHICLE FOOTREST SUPPORT STRUCTURE

A footrest support structure includes a footrest main body on which a foot of an occupant is placeable, a panel member of a vehicle interior floor, and a shock absorbing member . The panel member has an inclined portion inclined forward and upward from the horizontal portion . The shock absorbing member is interposed between the panel member and the footrest main body . The inclined portion of the panel member has a recessed portion that is recessed downward. The shock absorbing member has a thinned portion in a portion facing the recessed portion , which is thinner than other portions. A deformation-allowing space is formed between the recessed portion and the shock absorbing member 1. A vehicle footrest support structure comprising:a footrest main body on which a foot of an occupant is placeable;a panel member of a vehicle interior floor which includes an inclined portion inclined forward and upward from a horizontal portion; anda shock absorbing member interposed between the panel member and the footrest main body,wherein the inclined portion of the panel member includes a recessed portion which is recessed downward,the shock absorbing member includes a thinned portion in a portion facing the recessed portion, which is thinner than other portions, anda deformation-allowing space is formed between the recessed portion and the shock absorbing member.2. The vehicle footrest support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the recessed portion is formed at a position close to a rising start portion of the inclined portion of the panel member extending from the horizontal portion.3. The vehicle footrest support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the shock absorbing member includes a first thickened portion whose thickness increases forward from the thinned portion.4. The vehicle footrest support structure according to claim 3 , wherein the shock absorbing member includes a second thickened portion whose thickness increases rearward from the thinned portion.5. ...

Shock Absorber Assembly of a Suspension System of a Vehicle and Suspension System

Suspension system of a vehicle and a shock absorber assembly of the suspension system, the shock absorber assembly includes a top mount and a jounce bumper. The jounce bumper includes a main body made of an elastic material, such as a foam elastomer or rubber and a fixing element made of a second harder material. The fixing element has a wall portion that extends around the outermost upper part of the main body and at least one elastic retaining area cooperating with a respective protuberance arranged in the top mount to fix the jounce bumper to the top mount. Between the outermost upper part of the main body and the fixing element there is a gap that enables the main body to expand radially also in the area covered by the wall portion of the fixing element when the main body is compressed during use. 1. A shock absorber assembly of a suspension system of a vehicle , the shock absorber comprising:a top mount that includes a radially extending protuberance; and a jounce bumper that includes a main body made of a first material an elastic material and a fixing element made of a material that is harder than the elastic material of the main body, the fixing element including a wall that extends at least partially around an outer circumference of an upper part of the main body, the fixing element having an elastic retaining area configured to cooperate with the top mount protuberance to fix the jounce bumper to the top mount, there being a gap between the outer circumference of the upper part of the main body and the wall of the fixing element to enable the main body to expand radially outward toward the fixing element wall when the main body is compressed during use.2. The shock absorber assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the main body is overmolded on the fixing element.3. The shock absorber assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the fixing element includes an area coated by an impregnating agent claim 2 , the area being a neutral deformation or a minimum ...

DAMPENER FOR ISOLATED VIBRATION ISSUES

A system for dampening vibrations in a vehicle is provided. The system includes a first heat exchanger core having a first plurality of fins, and a second heat exchanger core having a second plurality of fins. A vibration dampener is connected to the first and second heat exchanger cores. The vibration dampener extends through the first plurality of fins and through the second plurality of fins, while spanning the gap between the first and second heat exchanger cores. To accommodate the vibration dampener passing thorough the fins, the fins may be formed to define an enlarged aperture at a location where the vibration dampener passes through. 1. A system for dampening vibrations in a vehicle , the system comprising:a first heat exchanger core;a second heat exchanger core spaced from the first heat exchanger core to define a gap therebetween; and (i) mounted to the first heat exchanger core,', '(ii) mounted to the second heat exchanger core, and', '(iii) extending through the first and second heat exchanger cores and spanning the gap therebetween., 'a vibration dampener configured to dampen vibration in at least one of the heat exchanger cores, the vibration dampener'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the vibration dampener is held in tension between the first and second heat exchanger cores.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the vibration dampener includes a rubber body.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first heat exchanger core includes a first plurality of fins claim 1 , the second heat exchanger core includes a second plurality of fins claim 1 , and the vibration dampener extends between at least two of the first plurality of fins and at least two of the second plurality of fins.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the at least two of the first plurality of fins are formed to define a first rounded aperture claim 4 , at the least two of the second plurality of fins are formed to define a second rounded aperture claim 4 , and the vibration dampener extends ...

VIBRATION-PROOF MEMBER AND FAN ASSEMBLY HAVING THE SAME

A vibration-proof member for a cooling fan includes a plate to absorb vibration, a post perpendicularly extending out from a side of the absorbing plate, and an extending portion perpendicularly extending out from a part of a lateral side of the absorbing plate. The construction and method of installing the vibration-proof member allows any required number of the vibration-proof members to be installed and to function effectively whether the fan is installed on a vertical bracket or on a horizontal bracket. 1. A vibration-proof member , comprising:a vibration-absorbing plate;a post perpendicularly extending out from a side of the absorbing plate; andan extending portion perpendicularly extending out from a part of a lateral side of the absorbing plate.2. The vibration-proof member of claim 1 , wherein the absorbing plate is round claim 1 , the extending portion perpendicularly extends out from a part of a circumference of the absorbing plate and has an arc-shaped cross-section.3. The vibration-proof member of claim 1 , wherein an annular protrusion protrudes from a circumference of the post.4. The vibration-proof member of claim 3 , wherein a surface of the protrusion away from the post is tapered toward a distal end of the post.5. A fan assembly claim 3 , comprising:a fan comprising an end board defining a plurality of through holes; and a vibration-absorbing plate contacting an outer surface of the end board;', 'a post perpendicularly extending out from a side of the absorbing plate to extend through one of the through holes; and', 'an extending portion perpendicularly extending out from a part of a lateral side of the absorbing plate and contacting a lateral side of the end board., 'a plurality of vibration-proof members; each vibration-proof member comprising6. The fan assembly of claim 5 , wherein the end board is rectangular claim 5 , the lateral sides of four corners of the end board are round corners claim 5 , the absorbing plate is round claim 5 , the ...

DRIVE ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ASSEMBLY OF AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE, AND EXHAUST-GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE

A drive arrangement for an aggregate of an internal combustion engine includes a drive element, a housing, and an intermediate element. The housing comprises a static receiving part comprising a stop, and a cover fastened on the static receiving part. The cover is configured to bear axially against the stop. The intermediate element is arranged, in a preloaded state, between the drive element and the housing, radially between the cover and the drive element, and, in an elastically deformed state, axially between the drive element and the cover. 113-. (canceled)14. A drive arrangement for an aggregate of an internal combustion engine , the drive arrangement comprising:a drive element; a static receiving part comprising a stop, and', 'a cover fastened on the static receiving part, the cover being configured to bear axially against the stop; and, 'a housing comprising,'} in a preloaded state, between the drive element and the housing,', 'radially between the cover and the drive element, and', 'in an elastically deformed state, axially between the drive element and the cover., 'an intermediate element arranged,'}15. The drive arrangement as recited in claim 14 , wherein claim 14 ,the drive element comprises an axial end,the intermediate element further comprises a central opening, andthe axial end of the drive element extends through or into the central opening.16. The drive arrangement as recited in claim 15 , wherein claim 15 ,the drive element comprises a drive element axial abutment face,the cover comprises a cover axial abutment face, andthe intermediate element further comprises a disk-shaped portion from which at least one projection extends in an axial direction, the at least one projection being arranged in an elastically deformed state between the cover axial abutment face and the drive element axial abutment face.17. The drive arrangement as recited in claim 16 , wherein the at least one projection comprises an annular shape.18. The drive arrangement as ...

Hollow Tubular Center Bulging Foam Spring

A hollow tubular foam spring having a plurality of radially extending holes extending from an outer surface towards a central hollow core. The tubular foam spring is arranged with wall thickness and diameter to height ratios such that center bulging is achieved under compressive loads. In an embodiment, such as in a mattress, seat, cushion or pillow, springs are arranged in an array whereby some impinge upon one another due to central bulging. 1. A hollow tubular spring comprising:a punctured foam strip attached at opposing ends using an adhesive, forming a hollow tubular shape; anda plurality of holes extending from an outer surface of the hollow tubular spring towards an inner core;the hollow tubular spring having a diameter dimension and a height dimensionselected to enable lateral buckling of the hollow tubular spring at or about a vertical mid area of the hollow tubular spring.2. A mattress , seat , cushion or pillow comprising: a punctured foam strip attached at opposing ends using an adhesive, forming a hollow tubular shape; and', 'a plurality of holes extending from an outer surface of the hollow tubular spring towards an inner core;', 'the hollow tubular spring having a diameter dimension and a height dimension selected to enable lateral buckling of the hollow tubular spring at or about a vertical mid area of the hollow tubular spring;, 'a plurality of hollow tubular springs, each hollow tubular spring comprisingwherein the plurality of the hollow tubular springs are arranged within an array in a core area of the mattress, seat, cushion or pillow.3. The mattress seat claim 2 , cushion or pillow of wherein when under a downward compression over the array claim 2 , at least two of the plurality of hollow tubular springs arranged within the array bulge radially outwards claim 2 , and impinge upon one another.4. The mattress seat claim 3 , cushion or pillow of wherein the impingement of the adjacent hollow tubular springs upon each other when bulging provides ...

VOID CELLS WITH OUTWARDLY CURVED SURFACES

Implementation described and claimed herein include a cushioning structure and method for manufacturing a cellular cushioning system, which allows for maximum comfort through the compression and shock cycle. Specifically, a cushioning structure comprises void cells formed in an array, which comprise multiple outwardly curved surfaces, with varying radius measurements. Stiffness in the void cells can vary by varying the Radii. Outwardly curved surfaces prevent buckling and provide support for high impact by absorbing energy. 1. A cushioning structure comprising:a first array of void cells, wherein each void cell includes both outwardly curved surfaces and inwardly curved surfaces, and wherein the outwardly curved surfaces constitute a substantial portion of the overall exterior surface area of each void cell.2. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a second array of void cells, wherein peak surfaces of peak portions of void cells in the second array of void cells are attached to peak surfaces of peak portions of void cells in the first array.3. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein a perimeter length substantially exceeds an overall outline length of a base portion of each void cell.4. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein an outwardly curved surface depth substantially recesses from an overall outline of a base portion of each void cell.5. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein each void cell is open to atmosphere.6. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein each void cell includes:a base portion that includes only the inwardly curved surfaces; anda peak portion that includes both the outwardly curved surfaces and the inwardly curved surfaces.7. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein each void cell includes a dome-shaped peak portion.8. The cushioning structure of claim 1 , wherein an overall outline of a base portion of each void cell is rectangular claim 1 , and wherein radii of the outwardly curved surfaces are ...

Bearing Element and Bearing

A bearing element () for mounting a component, especially a cooling module, with an elastomeric element (), the elastomeric element () having an inner connection () for connecting to a bearing pin () of the component to be mounted, an outer connection () for connecting to a bearing frame (), and at least one support arm (), which extends between the inner connection () and outer connection () and elastically connects these together, with a force transfer surface () of the outer connection () to the bearing frame () formed by an outer end face of the support arm (), and the bearing element () formed such that, in the event of an elastic displacement of the inner connection () relative to the outer connection () in a predetermined, radial displacement direction relative to the bearing element () the support arm () is stressed predominantly by thrust. 1. A bearing element for mounting a component with an elastomeric element , wherein the elastomeric element comprises:an inner connection for connecting to a bearing pin of the component to be mounted,an outer connection for connecting to a bearing frame, andat least one support arm extending between the inner connection and the outer connection and elastically connecting these together,wherein an outer end face of each support arm forms a force transfer surface of the outer connection to the bearing frame,wherein the bearing element is constructed so that, in the event of an elastic shift of the inner connection relative to the outer connection in a predetermined displacement direction radially with respect to the bearing element, the support arm is placed predominantly under a thrust load.2. The bearing element of claim 1 , wherein a normal of the force transfer surface in a centroid of the force transfer surface does not intersect the inner connection.3. The bearing element of claim 2 , wherein the normal does not intersect the inner connection at a periphery the force transfer surface.4. The bearing element of claim 1 ...

Mounts for an optical structure having a grooved protruding member with a damping ring disposed in or on the groove and methods of mounting an optical structure using such mounts

An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member with a damping ring therein or on is provided. The grooved/relieved protruding member may extend from the optical structure, and an upper element having a first opening extending therethrough may receive at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member in the first opening. The upper element may include second and third openings therein that operate along with the first opening and a tightening mechanism. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into at least one of the third opening and the second opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.

POLE HAVING A TIP SPRING MECHANISM

The invention relates to a pole, such as a Nordic walking pole, at the lower free end of which a tip body is provided, which has an end attachment, which is closed at the bottom and which has a central accommodating opening for accommodating a bottommost tube segment of the pole body. Furthermore, the tip body has an outer circumferential elastic elastomer spring element, which is connected axially above an upper end of the end attachment and which reaches around the bottommost tube segment of the pole body or a middle axial segment of the insertion element at least partially in the circumferential direction and which damps an axial relative motion of the bottommost tube segment of the pole body and/or of the insertion element in relation to the end attachment when an axial force is applied. 1. A pole , including a Nordic walking pole , trekking pole , ski pole , cross-country ski pole or walking pole , comprising a pole body on the lower free end of which a tip body is provided , wherein [ 'or for receiving an insertion element which is received and fastened by way of an upper axial portion in the lowermost tube portion of the pole body, and is received by way of a lower axial portion in the central receiving opening of the end attachment;', 'a downwardly closed end attachment with a central receiving opening for receiving a lowermost tube portion of the pole body,'}, engages', 'around the lowermost tube portion of the pole body or', 'around a middle axial portion of the insertion element, 'and an outer circumferential elastic elastomer spring element which connects axially above an upper end of the end attachment and'}, 'at least in part in the circumferential direction,, 'the tip body comprises'}and which damps an axial relative movement of at least one of the lowermost tube portion of the pole body or of the insertion element relative to the end attachment whilst an axial force is applied;wherein the lowermost tube portion of the pole body, and in the case of ...

STABILIZER BUSHING

A stabilizer bushing includes a holding hole, a vehicle-body facing surface, an outer surface having a U-shape, and at least one separation surface extending from an inner circumferential surface of the holding hole to the outer surface. Each of the at least one separation surface has a pressing force generating surface located nearer to the vehicle-body facing surface than a particular plane in a state in which the stabilizer bushing is mounted on a vehicle-body-side mount surface of a vehicle-body-side component. The particular plane has a central axis of the holding hole and is parallel with the vehicle-body-side mount surface. The pressing force generating surface has a holding-hole-side end portion and an outer-surface-side end portion. The pressing force generating surface is inclined so as to be farther from the vehicle-body-side mount surface at the outer-surface-side end portion than at the holding-hole-side end portion. 1. A stabilizer bushing ,wherein the stabilizer bushing is formed with a holding hole in which the stabilizer bushing is configured to hold a stabilizer bar extending in an axial direction,wherein the stabilizer bushing is to be mounted on a vehicle-body-side mount surface of a vehicle-body-side component, a vehicle-body facing surface opposed to the vehicle-body-side mount surface;', 'an outer surface having a U-shape in cross section perpendicular to the axial direction; and', 'at least one separation surface extending from an inner circumferential surface of the holding hole to the outer surface,, 'wherein the stabilizer bushing compriseswherein each of the at least one separation surface comprises a pressing force generating surface located nearer to the vehicle-body facing surface than a particular plane in a bushing mounted state in which the stabilizer bushing is mounted on the vehicle-body-side mount surface,wherein the particular plane comprising a central axis of the holding hole and is parallel with the vehicle-body-side mount ...

Dual-Rate Jounce Bumper

A dual-rate jounce bumper limits jounce travel between a first component and a second component of a vehicle. The second component is spaced from and moveable toward the first component along a jounce axis. The dual-rate jounce bumper includes a bumper and an outer member. The bumper has a first end for coupling to the first component and a second end spaced from the first end for contacting the second component as the second component moves along the jounce axis toward the first component. The bumper is compressible between the first and second components for limiting jounce travel. The bumper is also radially expandable as the bumper is compressed. The outer member is disposed about the bumper and is capable of limiting the radial expansion of the bumper as the bumper is compressed for increasing a stiffness of the bumper. 1. A dual-rate jounce bumper for limiting jounce travel between a first component and a second component of a vehicle with the second component spaced from and moveable toward the first component along a jounce axis , said jounce bumper comprising:a bumper having a first end for coupling to the first component and having a second end spaced from said first end for contacting the second component with said bumper compressible between the first and second components for limiting jounce with said bumper radially expandable as said bumper is compressed; andan outer member disposed about said bumper and capable of limiting the radial expansion of said bumper as said bumper is compressed for increasing a stiffness of the bumper;wherein said outer member is radially expandable relative to said bumper.2. A dual-rate jounce bumper as set forth in wherein said body of said outer member has a ring shaped configuration having a hollow interior with said bumper disposed within said hollow interior.3. (canceled)4. A dual-rate jounce bumper as set forth in wherein said outer member has a stiffness that is greater than a stiffness of said bumper such that said ...

Anti-vibration device and damper device

Provided is an anti-vibration device which is provided between a vibration-side bracket attached to a vibration member and a non-vibration-side bracket attached to a non-vibration member, the anti-vibration device including: a first attachment member attached to the vibration-side bracket; a second attachment member attached to the non-vibration-side bracket; and an insulator provided between the first attachment member and the second attachment member, wherein the first attachment member includes a stopper portion which faces an engagement portion formed on the non-vibration-side bracket, and the insulator includes a cover portion which covers at least a surface of the stopper portion facing the engagement portion.

DAMPER

The present disclosure relates to a frequency tuned damper having a vibration body () and at least one elastic element () which connects the vibration body to a surface (), the vibrations of which is to be dampened. The elastic element has a wide portion () and a narrow portion () disposed at different locations on an axis () which is substantially parallel with the normal of the surface. The wider portion has a cavity (), and the wide and narrow portions are inter-connected by a transition portion (). The part of the narrow portion that is closest to the transition portion fits inside the cavity, as seen in the direction of the axis, such that the narrow portion can be pushed at least partly into the cavity, thereby flexing the transition portion. 1. A dampening system comprising:a vibration surface, wherein the vibration surface experiences vibrations normal to the vibration surface;a vibration body; andat least one elastic element which connects the vibration body to the vibration surface such that the vibration body forms an elastically suspended mass, the elastic element having a wide portion and a narrow portion disposed at different locations along a longitudinal axis which is substantially parallel with a normal of the vibration surface, one of said portions being adapted to attach the elastic element to the vibration body and the other to attach the elastic element to the vibration surface, the wide portion having a cavity, wherein:the wide and narrow portions are inter-connected by a transition portion, andthe elastic element and the vibration body are tuned to said vibrations of the vibration surface such that the vibrations normal to the vibration surface are counteracted through phase-shifted movement of the vibration body.2. The system according claim 1 , wherein a maximum radial extension of the narrow portion is smaller than a minimum radial extension of the cavity claim 1 , such that the narrow portion can be pushed at least partly into the cavity ...

ACOUSTICAL THERMAL DECOUPLING SYSTEM

The present invention relates to an acoustical and thermal decoupling system () in a form of a polymer tape that includes a closed-cell foam layer () having a front side and a reverse side, a pressure sensitive adhesive () coated on the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer (), and a release liner () covering the pressure sensitive adhesive () on the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer (). The acoustical and thermal decoupling system () may be installed directly to a structural member of a building by removing the release liner () from the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer () and pressing the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer () against the structural member, allowing the pressure sensitive adhesive () to bond the closed-cell foam layer () directly to the structural member. 110. An acoustical , thermal decoupling system () in the form of a polymer tape comprising:{'b': '12', 'a closed-cell foam layer () having a front side and a reverse side;'}{'b': 14', '12, 'a pressure sensitive adhesive () coated on the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer (); and'}{'b': 16', '14', '12, 'a release liner () covering the pressure sensitive adhesive () on the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer ();'}{'b': 16', '12, 'wherein the release liner () is configured to be removed from the reverse side of the closed-cell foam layer () by peeling;'}wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive is configured to be adhered directly to a structural member of a building.21012. The decoupling system () according to claim 1 , wherein the closed-cell foam layer () comprises NBR foam and PVC foam.31012. The decoupling system () according to claim 1 , wherein the closed-cell foam layer () comprises NBR foam and PVC foam in the range from 5 wt % to 95 wt % NBR and 95 wt % to 5% wt % PVC claim 1 , preferably from about 5 wt % to 50 wt % NBR and 50 wt % to 5 wt % PVC claim 1 , more preferably from about 10 wt % to 25 wt % NBR and 50 wt % to 25 wt % PVC.41012. The ...

ELASTOMERIC COMPRESSION SPRING WITH LOAD TUNING FEATURE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD OF TUNING

An elastomeric compression spring for isolating vibrations between a first part and a second part. The first part is movable in a direction relative to the second part. The elastomeric compression spring comprises a tube elongated along a central axis of the tube. The central axis of the tube is perpendicular to the direction. The tube is configured to compress in the direction. The tube comprises an outer surface comprising an initial contact line configured to initially receive contact from the first part. The tube further comprises at least one load tuning feature in the outer surface, parallel to the central axis, and circumferentially spaced apart from the initial contact line. The at least one load tuning feature creates a localized change in a thickness of the tube and a stiffness of the elastomeric compression spring at the at least one load tuning feature. 1. An elastomeric compression spring for isolating vibrations between a first part and a second part , wherein the first part is movable in a direction relative to the second part , the elastomeric compression spring comprising: the central axis of the tube is perpendicular to the direction;', 'the tube is configured to compress in the direction;', 'the tube comprises an outer surface comprising an initial contact line configured to initially receive contact from the first part;', 'the tube further comprises at least one groove formed in the outer surface, parallel to the central axis, and circumferentially spaced apart from the initial contact line; and', 'the at least one groove creates a localized reduction in a thickness of the tube and a stiffness of the elastomeric compression spring at the at least one groove., 'a tube elongated along a central axis of the tube, wherein2. The elastomeric compression spring according to claim 1 , wherein the tube further comprises two grooves formed in the outer surface of the tube on opposite sides of the initial contact line.3. The elastomeric compression spring ...

STOPPER FOR VEHICLE

The present invention relates to a stopper () for vehicle which is disposed between a vehicle body side member () and a wheel side member () to restrict a relative amount of movement of both members (). The stopper includes a cylindrical holding member () attached to one of both members (), and an elastic body () which faces the other of both members (). A folded-back portion () bent outward in the radial direction of the holding member () and folded back is formed in the holding member (). 1. A stopper for vehicle which is disposed between a vehicle body side member and a wheel side member to restrict a relative amount of movement of both members , the stopper for vehicle comprising:a cylindrical holding member of which one end portion along an axial direction is attached to one of both members; andan elastic body which is held by the holding member, protrudes toward the other side along the axial direction from the holding member, and faces the other of both members,wherein a folded-back portion bent outward in a radial direction of the holding member and folded back toward the one side is formed at an end portion on the other side of the holding member.2. The stopper for vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a drainage hole penetrating the folded-back portion is formed in the folded-back portion.3. The stopper for vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the drainage hole penetrates the folded-back portion in the axial direction claim 2 , andan inner portion of an inner circumferential surface of the drainage hole located inside in the radial direction and facing outward in the radial direction gradually extends outward in the radial direction from the one side toward the other side.4. The stopper for vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the drainage hole is formed in an inverted portion folded back toward the one side of the folded-back portion.5. The stopper for vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein at least a part of the drainage hole is located in a portion ...

RESCUE HOOK WITH INTEGRATED LIGHTING

A hook assembly can include a bumper assembly and a hook attached to the bumper. The bumper assembly includes a top plate, a bottom plate, and a bumper extending between and connecting the top plate and the bottom plate. A lighting element can be disposed on the top plate, the bottom plate, and the bumper to provide a visual indicator for the bumper assembly. The lighting element can be an electroluminescent device, and can be disposed on an exterior surface of the bumper assembly or in a recess extending into the bumper assembly. A power source and other electrical components can be stored in a compartment in the top plate. 1. A bumper assembly for a rescue hoist , the bumper assembly comprising:a bumper having a barrel extending between a top end and a bottom end;a top plate disposed on the top end, the top plate defining a compartment configured to house a power source; anda first lighting element disposed on the bumper and configured to emit light in response to a current from the power source;wherein the bumper includes at least one recess extending into an outer surface of the bumper, the at least one recess configured to house the first lighting element.2. (canceled)3. The bumper assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first lighting element comprises an electroluminescent wire disposed within the at least one recess.4. The bumper assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one recess extends helically around the bumper.5. The bumper assembly of claim 4 , wherein the at least one recess extends helically around the barrel.6. The bumper assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a protective layer disposed on the bumper claim 1 , wherein the first lighting element is disposed between the bumper and the protective layer.7. The bumper assembly of claim 6 , wherein the protective layer comprises an overmolded encapsulation disposed on the bumper.8. The bumper assembly of claim 6 , wherein the protective layer comprises a sheath removably disposed on the bumper.9. The ...

MOUNTING ASSEMBLY

A mounting assembly is provided. The mounting assembly includes a first assembly portion coupled to a first component and a second assembly portion coupled to a second component. The first assembly portion includes a first bracket and a locating pin. The first bracket has a first surface, a second surface, and defines a first bracket protrusion having a first bracket bore therein. The locating pin has a first end, a second end, and an exterior surface. The first end of the locating pin is fixedly mounted within the first bracket bore. The second assembly portion includes a base plate that has a base plate first surface and a base plate second surface and defines a base plate protrusion portion having a protrusion bore therein. The locating pin is configured to be inserted into the protrusion bore in order to position the first component with respect to the second component. 1. A mounting assembly configured to couple a first component and a second component , the mounting assembly comprising: a first bracket secured to the first component, the first bracket having a first bracket first surface and a first bracket second surface, the first bracket defining a first bracket protrusion section that extends outwardly from the first bracket second surface, the first bracket protrusion section defining a first bracket bore therein; and', 'a locating pin configured to position the second component with respect to the first component when the second component is coupled to the first component, the locating pin having a first end, a second end, and a locating pin exterior surface, wherein the first end is fixedly mounted within the first bracket bore;, 'a first assembly portion coupled to the first component, the first assembly portion includinga second assembly portion coupled to the second component, the second assembly portion including a base plate having a base plate first surface and a base plate second surface, the base plate defining a base plate protrusion portion ...

Impact Absorbing Padding System with Elastomeric Sub-surface Structure

A cushioning and impact absorbing pad system with a surface layer of thickness t, and an elastomeric sub-surface structure of height h. The sub-surface structure comprises an array of elastomeric columns wherein each column has a frustoconical column wall surrounding a central void. The frustoconical column walls have a zone that is a more compressible, relatively collapsible zone in a region at an end of the column opposite the surface layer and a zone that is a relatively less compressible zone in a region at the end of the column abutting the surface layer. In other embodiments, pad thickness and column height are variable to create a surface which follows the contours of a human body. 1. A resilient pad system , comprising at least one pad ,comprising a plurality of supporting resilient substructure hollow columns, each column having a column wall, a first end and an enclosed second end;the column wall surrounding a central void, the void extending from the first end to the enclosed second end of the column;wherein the column wall has a cross-sectional thickness that is thinner at the first end of the wall than at the enclosed second end of the wall;wherein the column wall has, in a region abutting the first end a more collapsible zone where the column wall cross-section is thinner, relative to a less collapsible zone in a region abutting the second end of the wall where the column wall cross-section is thicker,wherein at least one of the pad surfaces s contoured to a non-planar surface;wherein the pad system has a cross-sectional pad thickness T that varies over the expanse of the pad;wherein each central void defined by the column walls has a height h at the column central axis within the cross-sectional thickness T, such that h varies over the expanse of the pad; andwherein a surface layer with cross-sectional thickness t extends beyond the enclosed end of each central void within the cross-sectional pad thickness T, such that T=t+h where the central void ...

DAMPER STRUCTURE

Disclosed is a damper structure in contact with a connection unit for coupling a first coupling structure part and a second coupling structure part, including a damper part formed of an elastic material and at least one fixing part coupled to at least one surface of the damper part and protruding outward, and coming into contact with the connection unit and moving toward the damper part by pressure applied by the connection unit when the connection unit is separated or fastened. 1. A damper structure in contact with a connection unit for coupling a first coupling structure part and a second coupling structure part , the damper structure comprising:a damper part formed of an elastic material; andat least one fixing part coupled to at least one surface of the damper part and protruding outward, and coming into contact with the connection unit and moving toward the damper part by pressure applied by the connection unit when the connection unit is separated or fastened.2. The damper structure of claim 1 , whereinthe damper part has a hexahedral shape, andthe at least one fixing part comprises:a first fixing part having a first quadrangular insertion recess provided at a middle portion thereof and allowing one side surface portion of the damper part to be inserted and coupled to the first insertion recess; anda second fixing part having a second quadrangular insertion recess provided at a middle portion thereof and allowing the other side surface portion of the damper part opposing the one side surface portion to be inserted and coupled to the second insertion recess.3. The damper structure of claim 2 , whereinthe damper part comprises protrusions respectively located on upper and lower surface portions opposing each other.4. The damper structure of claim 2 , whereinthe first fixing part further comprises a close contact protrusion protruding from an outer surface thereof.5. The damper structure of claim 2 , whereinan outer surface of the second fixing part is formed of ...

FASTENER FOR FASTENING A RESIN COMPONENT

Provided is a fastener for fastening a resin component. The fastener is interposed between an insertion hole provided in the resin component and a fastening member inserted through the insertion hole. The fastener includes: an insertion portion having a tubular shape and insertable through the insertion hole in a non-press-fitted state; a flange portion protruding radially outward of the insertion portion from an end portion of the fastener; and a recessed portion provided on an outer surface of the insertion portion. In the state where the insertion portion is inserted through the insertion hole, the flange portion is disposed outside the insertion hole, and a projecting portion protruding from an inner surface of the insertion hole is disposed in the recessed portion of the insertion portion. 1. A fastener for fastening a resin component , the fastener configured to be interposed between an insertion hole provided in the resin component and a fastening member inserted through the insertion hole , the fastener comprising:an insertion portion having a tubular shape and insertable through the insertion hole in a non-press-fitted state;a flange portion protruding radially outward of the insertion portion from an end portion of the fastener; anda recessed portion provided on an outer surface of the insertion portion, wherein, in a state where the insertion portion is inserted through the insertion hole, the flange portion is disposed outside the insertion hole, and a projecting portion protruding from an inner surface of the insertion hole is disposed in the recessed portion of the insertion portion.2. The fastener according to claim 1 , wherein a depth from an opening of the recessed portion to its bottom is greater than the projecting portion.3. The fastener according to claim 1 , wherein the fastener is a nut for the fastening member.4. The fastener according to claim 1 , wherein the insertion portion includes an abutting portion formed by cutting out the outer ...

ACCESSORIES, DEVICES SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RETAINING AND STABILIZING ARCHERY AND OTHER EQUIPMENT

According to at least one aspect of the present disclosure, a device for retaining and stabilizing archery equipment, such as a bow, includes a first portion configured for attachment to a bow and a second portion configured for attachment to the first portion, the second portion having a distal tip opposite the first portion and configured for insertion into the ground or a stand wherein the device is structured to retain the bow above the ground without the bow touching the ground. In certain embodiments, the device further includes an adjustment element, the adjustment element structured to reversibly and adjustably connect the first portion to the second portion and an attachment mechanism structured to reversibly and adjustably attach the device to the bow, where the adjustment mechanism and the adjustment element are disposed in a first slot and a second slot of the first portion and the second portion, respectively. 1. (canceled)2. A device of comprising:a first portion configured for attachment to a bow; anda second portion configured for attachment to the first portion, the second portion having a distal tip opposite the first portion and configured for insertion into the ground or a stand;an adjustment element, the adjustment element structured to reversibly and adjustably connect the first portion to the second portion; andan attachment mechanism structured to reversibly and adjustably attach the device to the bow,wherein the device is structured to retain the bow above the ground without the bow touching the ground; andwherein the adjustment mechanism is disposed in a first slot and a second slot, the first slot defined through and extending axially along the first portion, and the second slot defined through and extending axially along the second portion, and wherein the adjustment element is disposed in the first slot and the second slot.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein in the adjustment mechanism comprises a block disposed between the first portion ...

Protective device magnetically applicable to the forks of a lift to move fragile objects

A protective device for the vertical part of a fork of a lift includes an external layer configured to protect from damage by impact/pressure fragile loads, a magnetic layer for applying the device to the fork magnetically, and a stiffening layer interposed between the external layer and the magnetic layer. Tangential constraint members co-operate with at least a part of a related fixing systems to fix the fork to the lift and to constrain the protective device tangentially to the application surface where it is applied. 11552500. A protective device () applicable to a vertical part () of a fork () of a lift and comprising:{'b': '2', 'an external layer () configured to preserve from damage by impact or pressure fragile loads;'}{'b': '4', 'a magnetic layer () for applying the protective device to said fork magnetically;'}{'b': '3', 'a stiffening layer () interposed between the external layer and the magnetic layer; and'}{'b': 20', '21', '1, 'tangential constraint means (, ) configured to cooperate with at least a part of a related fixing system to fix the fork to the lift in such a way as to constrain said protective device () tangentially to an application surface.'}212. The protective device () claim 1 , as per claim 1 , wherein the external layer () is made from rubber.312. The protective device () claim 1 , as per claim 1 , wherein the external layer () presents a plurality of ribs.413. The protective device () claim 1 , as per claim 1 , wherein said stiffening layer () is made from metal.512021. The protective device () claim 1 , as per claim 1 , wherein said tangential constraint means ( claim 1 , ) are in form of bolts or screws screwed in a removable manner through at least the magnetic layer.61551550. The protective device () claim 5 , as per claim 5 , wherein said bolts or screws have a size dimensioned to be inserted in a hole () present in a head of the bolts () used to fix the fork to the lift.71202121551550. The protective device () claim 5 , as per ...

DEVICE FOR ATTENUATING ENERGY

These teachings relate to a device that includes a base having an axis that is centered and perpendicular relative to the base and two or more arms each connected to the base at a base hinge The base hinge rotates the two or more arms away from the axis, and one or more expandable bands are connected with distal ends of the two or more arms. The one or more expandable bands absorb energy from rotating of the two or more arms. The device absorbs energy when an external force is applied along the axis of the base. 1. A device , comprising:a. a base having an axis that is centered and perpendicular relative to the base;b. two or more arms each connected to the base at a base hinge;c. one or more arm hinges embedded in each of the two or more arms; and configured to allow the two or more arms to rotate in an outward direction relative to the axis;d. a ring having a position that is parallel and fixed relative to the base and the axis, wherein the ring is connected with distal ends of the two or more arms and configured to allow rotational motion of the two or more arms without moving the position of the ring; ande. one or more expandable bands connected with the one or more arm hinges and configured to absorb energy from folding of the two or more arms,wherein the device is configured to absorb energy when the base and the ring are pushed together along the axis by an external force.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more arm hinges are spaced a distance from the base hinge and spaced a distance from the distal ends of the two or more arms.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more arm hinges are spaced a first distance from the base hinge and spaced a second distance from the distal ends of the two or more arms claim 1 , and wherein the first distance is larger than the second distance.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more arm hinges are spaced a first distance from the base hinge and spaced a second ...

Food processor dampen system

A vibration damper system used in a food processor to reduce the vibration of a high power motor that has varying speed cycles is disclosed. The motor is suspended from a ceiling that is mounted to the motor base through a plurality of bolted joints. The bolted joints are surrounded by a grommet that has a unique shape. The grommet comprises generally three parts, which are an upper portion, a middle portion, and a lower portion. The middle portion is smaller than other portion so that it creates a recess for the ceiling to be sandwiched between the grommet. In a preferred embodiment, the lower portion of the grommet further comprises a plurality of petal members that provide a non-uniform spring rate to the grommet so that the grommet is adapted best to reduce the upward impulse of the motor. The food processor also contains a novel air ventilation system.

Quiet Bumper Plate

A disk shaped quiet bumper plate for a barbell has a rim of elastomeric material with a shock absorber region. The shock absorber region has a circumferential row of evenly spaced transverse holes. The material between the holes forms radial walls which act as shock absorbers when the bumper plate is dropped. This reduces noise without unduly increasing bounce. 1. A quiet bumper plate comprising:a) an elastomeric rim, said elastomeric rim comprising a shock absorber region, said shock absorber region comprising a first circumferential row of evenly spaced first holes that pass transversely through said rim;b) a solid elastomeric body radially inside said elastomeric rim;c) a solid hub radially inside said solid elastomeric body; andd) a metal collar radially inside said solid hub, said collar describing a bar hole of about 1 inch in radius such that said bar hole will fit on a bar of a barbellwherein:e) said quiet bumper plate has a disk shape; andf) said quiet bumper plate has a radius in the range of 8.75 to 9.75 inches such that said bumper plate will be suitable for use in weightlifting.2. The quiet bumper plate of wherein said bumper plate has a radius of about 8.89 inches such that said bumper plate is suitable for competition weightlifting.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The quiet bumper plate of wherein said shock absorber region has a durometer in the range of Shore A 60 to Shore A 90.6. (canceled)7. The quiet bumper plate of wherein:a) said solid elastomeric body has a durometer in the range of Shore A 70 to Shore A 90; andb) said solid hub has a radius of about 4.26 inches.8. The quiet bumper plate of wherein:a) said first holes have a width in the range of 0.5 to 0.75 inches; andb) said first holes have a spacing in the range of 0.75 to 1.5 inches.9. The quiet bumper plate of wherein:a) a clearance between said first holes and a cylindrical outer radial surface of said quiet bumper plate is in the range of 0.06 to 0.25 inches.10. The quiet bumper plate of ...

ARTICLES FOR HOLDING OR RESTING

An article includes a body having at least a holding or resting surface, and a plurality of spaced-apart fine pillars made of a resilient and deformable plastic material and projected from the holding or resting surface of the body. Each of the spaced-apart fine pillars includes a body portion with a bore defining a longitudinal axis, a base end and a free end. The base end of the fine pillar is integrally connected with the holding or resting surface the body. The body portion of the fine pillar extends from the base end along the longitudinal axis to the free end in a predetermined height. The fine pillars can be able to deform elastically when subjected to even a minimum pressure to provide the anti-skidding, shock-absorbing and breathable capacities. 1. An article , comprising:a body having at least a holding or resting surface;a plurality of closely spaced-apart fine pillars made of a resilient and deformable plastic material and projected from the holding or resting surface of the body; andeach of the spaced-apart fine pillars having a body portion with a bore defining a longitudinal axis, a base end, and a free end;the base end integrally connected with the holding or resting surface; andthe body portion extending from the base end along the longitudinal axis thereof to the free end in a predetermined height.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the bore of the body portion of the fine pillar has an opening at the free end of the fine pillars.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the free end of each of the pillars has a flat end face.4. The article of claim 1 , wherein the fine pillars have a uniform height.5. The article of claim 1 , wherein each of the fine pillars is shaped as a truncated cone.6. The article of claim 1 , wherein each of the fine pillars is shaped as a cylinder.7. The article of claim 1 , wherein the outer diameter of the body portion of the fine pillar is equal to or less than the height of the body portion of the fine pillar.8. The article ...

JOUNCE BUMPER

Provided herein is a jounce bumper () for mounting in a vehicle suspension system () comprising a shock absorber (), the jounce bumper () having a central bore () extending in an axial direction (A). The jounce bumper () comprises an elastically compressible bumper portion () comprising a plurality of convolutes stacked in an axial direction (A) of the jounce bumper (), each convolute comprising a crest () and a root (). A cross-section of the compressible portion () perpendicular to the axial direction (A) is non-circular, the non-circular shape being configured to provide a variable compression resistance in relation to an axial compression displacement (Cd) of the jounce bumper (). 11820182430262832. A jounce bumper () for mounting in a vehicle suspension system comprising a shock absorber , the jounce bumper having a central bore () extending along a compression axis (A) , said jounce bumper () comprising an elastically compressible bumper portion () having a wall () comprising a plurality of convolutes stacked in a direction of said compression axis (A) , each convolute comprising a crest () and a root () , characterized in that the convolutes comprise stiffening elements () , and in that a cross-section of the jounce bumper perpendicular to the compression axis is non-circular , the non-circular shape resulting from the stiffening elements and configured to provide a variable compression resistance in relation to an axial compression displacement of the jounce bumper.2. The jounce bumper according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a plurality of stacked crests and roots that are essentially identical and aligned in the axial direction.332. The jounce bumper according to claim 1 , wherein the stiffening elements () are arranged in the root of said convolutes.4. The jounce bumper according to claim 1 , wherein the stiffening elements are arranged at a regular distance from each other around the outer circumference of the jounce bumper.5. The jounce bumper ...

Brush cutter

This brush cutter includes: a drive unit; a working unit which is driven by power of the drive unit; a shaft which transmits the power of the drive unit to the working unit; a tubular portion which is disposed between the drive unit and the working unit, and in which the shaft is inserted; a floating box which has a handle support portion; and a handle which is supported by the handle support portion. The brush cutter is provided with a vibration absorbing member which fits in a tubular portion side fitting portion provided in the tubular portion and fits in a box side fitting portion provided in the floating box.

FOAM PART WITH IN-MOLDED GROMMET AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

A part with an in-molded grommet and a process of making the same. The part includes a core of cured foam; and a grommet with a flange opposite a rim. The flange is surrounded by the core and the rim and/or an adjacent tapered section of the grommet are not covered by the foam. The process of making the part, which is preferably a single piece, includes inserting a grommet with a flange into the tool, dispensing foam into the tool, allowing the foam to expand around the flange of the grommet and to cure; and extracting a part with an in-molded grommet with the tapered section substantially uncoated by foam. 1. A foam part comprising;a core of cured foam; anda grommet with a flange opposite a rim, wherein the flange is surrounded by the core and the rim is not covered by the cured foam.2. The foam part of wherein the part is a single piece.3. The foam part of wherein the foam is polyurethane.4. The foam part of wherein the core includes polyurethane with a density of 5-13 PCF.5. The foam part of wherein the foam part is an engine cover.6. The foam part of wherein the grommet is a ball stud anchoring grommet with a tapered section within the rim and a ball stud receptacle at a bottom of the tapered section claim 1 , which are not covered by foam.7. The foam part of wherein a tapered section inside the rim of the grommet does not have a foam coating and an edge of the part is aligned with and secured to the rim of the grommet.8. A foam engine cover for an engine comprising:a core of foam; anda grommet with a flange on a base opposite a rim, wherein the flange and the base are surrounded by the core, and a tapered section adjacent to the rim of the grommet is not covered by the foam;wherein the engine cover with the grommet is an integral piece.9. The engine cover of wherein the grommet s a ball stud anchoring grommet.10. A process of making in a tool a part including an in-molded grommet including steps of:inserting into the tool the grommet with a flange on a base and ...

IMPACT ABSORBER ASSEMBLY

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus that has a conduit and an impact absorber assembly. The impact absorber assembly includes a core and a frame, where the core has an aperture configured to receive the conduit and the frame includes a cavity sized and shaped to receive the core. The frame also has a first side wall and a second side wall that are spaced apart to define, at least in part, a cavity. The first and second side walls also include an intermediate portion that includes a waveform shape. The waveform shape includes at least a pair of ridges and a trough between the ridges. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a conduit; and{'claim-text': ['a core having an aperture that coupleably receives the conduit; and', {'claim-text': ['a cavity that is sized and shaped to receive the core;', 'a first side wall; and', 'a second side wall, the first and second side walls spaced apart to, at least in part, define the cavity.'], '#text': 'a frame having:'}], '#text': 'an impact absorber assembly, including:'}2. The apparatus of wherein the frame further comprises:a third wall that extends between the first and second side walls.3. The apparatus of wherein the frame further comprises:a base strap extending outwardly from the third wall and coupled to the first and second side walls.4. The apparatus of wherein the base strap includes:a first base flange extending outwardly from the third wall;a second base flange extending outwardly from the third wall; anda third base flange extending between the first and second base flanges.5. The apparatus of wherein the frame further comprises:an end strap extending outwardly from the third wall and coupled to the first and second side walls.6. The apparatus of wherein the end strap includes:a first end flange extending outwardly from the third wall;a second end flange extending outwardly from the third wall; anda third end flange extending between the first and second end flanges.7. The apparatus of wherein the first side wall ...

VIBRATION DAMPING DEVICE

A vibration damping device including first and second side opposition surfaces mutually and separately opposed and elastically connected by a main rubber elastic body. A protruding part is provided at the first side opposition surface to protrude toward the second side opposition surface with a protrusion dimension with which the protruding part does not reach the second side opposition surface, in a section peripherally inside an outer peripheral edge of the main rubber elastic body. A recessed part is provided at the second side opposition surface in opposition to the protruding part so as to be recessed to a distant side from the protruding part and open in the second side opposition surface. The protruding part has an outer face without a break and is buried in the main rubber elastic body. The recessed part is filled with the main rubber elastic body. 1. A vibration damping device for linking components in a vibration-damping manner comprising:a first mounting member configured to be mounted on one of the components;a second mounting member configured to be mounted on an other of the components;at least one first side opposition surface provided in the first mounting member;at least one second side opposition surface provided in the second mounting member and opposed to the first side opposition surface with a gap in between;at least one main rubber elastic body being disposed between the first side opposition surface and the second side opposition surface to elastically connect them;a protruding part provided at the first side opposition surface so as to protrude toward the second side opposition surface with a protrusion dimension with which the protruding part does not reach the second side opposition surface, in a section located peripherally inside an outer peripheral edge of the main rubber elastic body, the protruding part having an outer face without a break and being buried in the main rubber elastic body; anda recessed part provided at the second side ...

ELASTOMERIC BEARING COMPONENT WITH WEDGE-SHAPED SHIMS

A component of a laminated bearing assembly is for movably coupling an inner member and an outer member, the inner member having a central axis and the outer member having a bore. The component includes a laminated body disposeable within the outer member bore and having an inner radial end connectable with the inner member and an outer radial end connectable with the outer member. The body is formed of a plurality of alternating, generally arcuate elastomeric and metallic laminae nested generally about the central axis, each one of the elastomeric and metallic laminae having opposing first and second arcuate ends and inner and outer circumferential surfaces extending circumferentially between the first and second arcuate ends. Each metallic lamina has a radial thickness varying circumferentially between a first value at the first, radially-widest arcuate end and a second, lesser value at the second, radially-narrowest arcuate end. 1. A component of a laminated bearing assembly for movably coupling an inner member with an outer member , the outer member having a bore , the bearing assembly component comprising:a laminated body disposeable within the outer member bore and having an inner radial end connectable with the inner member and an outer radial end connectable with the outer member, the body being formed of a plurality of alternating, generally arcuate elastomeric and metallic laminae nested generally about a central axis, each one of the elastomeric and metallic laminae having opposing first and second arcuate ends spaced apart circumferentially about the central axis and inner and outer circumferential surfaces extending circumferentially between the first and second arcuate ends, each metallic lamina having a radial thickness varying circumferentially between a first value at the first, radially-widest arcuate end and a second, lesser value at the second, radially-narrowest arcuate end.2. The laminated bearing assembly component as recited in wherein one of ...

COMPRESSION SPRING ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

An all plastic compression spring assembly includes a slotted tubular spring element formed from a tensile polymer material and upper and lower loading cones received at opposing upper and lower ends of the slotted tubular spring element. The upper loading cone may be axially compressible towards the lower loading cone within the slotted tubular spring element whereby the slotted tubular spring element radially expands in tension to create an opposing radial contraction force, and in turn, an axial extension spring force. When released, the spring element elastically returns to its normal at rest shape, returning the cones to their normal at rest positions. In some dispenser configurations, the lower loading cone may be stationary or fixed within the dispensing head and the upper loading cone may be downwardly compressible toward the lower loading cone by movement of a nozzle head. 1. A compression spring assembly comprising:a slotted tubular spring element formed from a tensile polymer material; andfirst and second loading cones received at opposing first and second ends of said slotted tubular spring element,said loading cones being axially compressible toward each other within said slotted tubular spring element,whereby said slotted tubular spring element radially expands in tension to create an opposing axial extension spring force.2. The compression spring assembly of wherein said slotted tubular spring element is cylindrical.3. The compression spring assembly of wherein said slotted tubular spring element has a uniform wall thickness.4. The compression spring assembly of wherein said slotted tubular spring element is hyperboloid in shape.5. The compression spring assembly of wherein said loading cones are symmetrical.6. The compression spring assembly of wherein said loading cones have at least one wall section with a wall angle of no less than 11 degrees.7. The compression spring assembly of wherein said loading cones have a first frustoconical pre-load ...

HELMET WITH EXTERNAL FLEXIBLE CAGE

A flex cell for absorbing energy from an applied force includes a panel attached to a flex cage. The flex cage is made from a resilient material that allows deformation of the flex cage when a force is applied to the flex cell. The flex cell is attachable to a support surface. In some instances, the flex cell is detached from the support surface when sufficient force is applied to the flex cell. 1. An energy absorption system , comprising:a support surface; and a panel,', 'a flex cage attached to the panel, and', 'wherein the flex cage is made from a resilient material that allows deformation of the flex cage when a force is applied to the first flex cell., 'a first flex cell coupled to the support surface, wherein the first flex cell includes'}2. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein the flex cage further includes claim 1 ,a panel rib locus and a support rib locus; anda plurality of ribs, each rib including a panel end and a support end, wherein the panel end of each rib is connected to the other ribs of the plurality ribs at the panel rib locus and the support end of each rib is connected to the other ribs of the plurality ribs at the support rib locus.3. The energy absorption system of claim 2 , wherein adjacent ribs of the plurality of ribs are of differing length.4. The energy absorption system of claim 2 , wherein the flex cage includes at least four ribs.5. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein the first flex cell is separable from the support surface when a force exceeding a separation threshold is applied to the first flex cell.6. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein the flex cage is dome shaped.7. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein the first flex cell is attached to the support surface using an adhesive.8. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the flex cage is exterior of the panel.9. The energy absorption system of claim 1 , wherein the support surface is a helmet.10. ...

DEVICE FOR POSITIONING A PATIENT INTERFACE

Disclosed is a spring element which is suitable for use with a patient interface and in the form of an elongated body and has an axis along which the spring element is compressed. Arranged in a direction of the axis, the spring element comprises a first region and a second region, at least one characteristic of the spring element in the first region having a value which is different from a value of the at least one characteristic in the second region. 1. A spring element , wherein the spring element is suitable for use with a patient interface and in the form of an elongated body and has an axis along which the spring element is compressed , and wherein arranged in a direction of the axis , the spring element comprises a first region and a second region , at least one characteristic of the spring element in the first region having a value which is different from a value of the at least one characteristic in the second region.2. The spring element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one spring element has a spring element constant of from 0.1 to 2.0 N/mm.3. The spring element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one spring element provides a spring excursion over a range of from 5 mm to 30 mm.4. The spring element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one spring element has a spring element constant of from 0.1 to 2.0 N/mm and provides a spring excursion over a range of from 5 mm to 30 mm.5. The spring element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one characteristic is a degree of rigidity.6. The spring element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one characteristic is a spring element constant.7. The spring element of claim 5 , wherein the difference in the degree of rigidity is due to a difference in geometric structures of the at least two regions.8. The spring element of claim 6 , wherein the difference in the spring element constant is due to a difference in geometric structures of the at least two regions.9. The spring element of claim 5 , wherein the difference in the degree ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING DAMPED ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED PLANAR MOTION FOR AUDIO-FREQUENCY VIBRATIONS

A vibration module for applying vibrational tractions to a wearer's skin is presented. Use of the vibration module in headphones is illustrated for providing tactile sensations of low frequency for music, for massage, and for electrical recording and stimulation of the wearer. Damped, planar, electromagnetically-actuated vibration modules of the moving magnet type are presented in theory and reduced to practice, and shown to provide a substantially uniform frequency response over the range 40-200 Hz with a minimum of unwanted audio. 1. An apparatus for imparting motion to the skin of a user , the apparatus comprising:a housing;a plurality of coils capable of carrying electrical current;a plurality of magnets arranged in operative proximity to the plurality of coils;a moving portion comprising an inertial mass and the plurality of magnets;a suspension comprising a plurality of flexures that guides the moving portion in a planar motion with respect to the housing and the plurality of conductive coils;wherein movement of the moving portion is damped by a ferrofluid in physical contact with at least the moving portion; andwherein the ferrofluid reduces at least a mechanical resonance within the frequency range of 40-200 Hz in response to electrical signals applied to the plurality of conductive coils.2. The apparatus of wherein said housing is generally cuboid in shape.3. The apparatus of wherein the cuboid-shaped housing has a thickness less than one-third of the width claim 2 , where the thickness and width are both orthogonal to the direction of motion of the moving portion claim 2 , and the thickness is less than the width.4. The apparatus of wherein the cuboid-shaped housing has a length dimension in the direction of motion of the moving portion claim 2 , and a thickness dimension perpendicular to the length dimension claim 2 , wherein the thickness dimension is less than one-third of the length dimension claim 2 , and the thickness is less than the width.5. The ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING DAMPED ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED PLANAR MOTION FOR AUDIO-FREQUENCY VIBRATIONS

A vibration module for applying vibrational tractions to a wearer's skin is presented. Use of the vibration module in headphones is illustrated for providing tactile sensations of low frequency for music, for massage, and for electrical recording and stimulation of the wearer. Damped, planar, electromagnetically-actuated vibration modules of the moving magnet type are presented in theory and reduced to practice, and shown to provide a substantially uniform frequency response over the range 40-200 Hz with a minimum of unwanted audio. 1. An apparatus comprising:a housing;a plurality of coils capable of carrying electrical current;a plurality of magnets arranged in operative proximity to the plurality of coils;a moving portion comprising an inertial mass and the plurality of magnets;a suspension comprising a plurality of flexures that guides the moving portion in a planar motion with respect to the housing and the plurality of conductive coils;wherein vibration of the apparatus imparts vibrations to a user's skin;wherein vibration of the apparatus is damped by a viscous ferrofluid in physical contact with at least the moving portion;wherein the viscous ferrofluid reduces at least a resonance within the frequency range of 40-200 Hz in response to signals applied to the plurality of conductive coils;wherein said moving portion includes at least a pocket that provides space for at least a magnet;wherein each of said flexures is more resistant to motion transverse to the plane of the moving portion than it is to linear motion in the plane of the moving portion; andwherein said housing is generally cuboid in shape.2. The system of wherein said apparatus is capable of producing audio frequency vibrations in response to electrical signals applied to the said plurality of coils.3. The system of wherein said housing or frame comprises a plurality of magnetic flux guides comprising an upper magnetic flux guide and a lower magnetic flux guide.4. The system of wherein each of said ...

ISOLATION MOUNT ASSEMBLY

An isolation mount assembly includes a rubber isolator formed to be seated within an aperture in a supported member, with an extension located on an exterior surface of the isolator; and includes a washer containing an aperture corresponding with a location of the extension. The isolator may include a through-hole and an inner sleeve, and be seated within a supported member. A method for temporarily securing a washer to a rubber isolator includes aligning an aperture in the washer to a corresponding securing feature on the isolator, inserting the securing feature through the aperture, pulling a detached end of the securing feature, pushing the washer towards the isolator until it makes contact with the surface of the isolator, and releasing the detached end of the securing feature. An exemplary method may include trimming or deforming an excess part of the extension after releasing the detached end. 1. An isolation mount assembly , comprising:a rubber isolator formed to be seated within an aperture in a supported member, and including a tapered extension located on an exterior surface of the rubber isolator; anda washer including an aperture located in a position corresponding with the tapered extension on the rubber isolator.2. The isolation mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rubber isolator is positioned between an upper support structure and a lower support structure.3. The isolation mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rubber isolator includes a through-hole extending between opposite surfaces of the isolator and located between the upper support structure and the lower support structure.4. The isolation mount assembly of claim 3 , wherein the rubber isolator includes an inner sleeve located within the through-hole and extending axially through the through-hole.5. The isolation mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein a cross-sectional area of the aperture in the washer is less than a maximum cross-sectional area of the tapered extension.6. The isolation ...

SHOCK-ABSORBING DEVICE FOR A HUMANOID ROBOT

A shock-absorbing device for a humanoid robot, comprises a rigid structure linked to the humanoid robot, a deformable outer shell, and a shock-absorber; the shock-absorber consisting of a flexible cellular structure comprising a set of cells emerging in a main direction, and being secured to the rigid structure at a first end in the main direction, and linked to the deformable outer shell at a second end opposite the first in the main direction. Advantageously, the outer shell is also linked directly to the rigid structure by means of at least one absorbent fixing of silent block type. The invention relates also to a humanoid robot, and in particular the head of a humanoid robot, comprising such a shock-absorbing device. 1. A shock-absorbing device for a mobile robot comprising:a rigid structure linked to the mobile robot,a deformable outer shell, anda shock-absorber;an electronic module fixed to the rigid structure,the shock-absorber consisting of a flexible cellular structure comprising a set of cells emerging in a main direction, and being secured to the rigid structure at a first end in the main direction, and linked to the deformable outer shell at a second end opposite the first in the main direction,the shock-absorber comprising a chimney emerging at both ends in the main direction, making it possible to discharge heat emitted by the electronic module out of the robot.2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the outer shell is also linked directly to the rigid structure by means of at least one absorbent fixing of silent block type.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the shock-absorber comprises a seal plane substantially at right angles to the main direction; the cellular structure of the shock-absorber being configured in such a way that the cells close up with distance away from the seal plane in the main direction.4. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the shock-absorber consists of a material chosen from the list comprising natural ...

PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A LEAF SPRING AND INSERT FOR LEAF SPRING

An insert to a mold for a leaf spring comprises a substrate and a hole that extends through the substrate, A post protrudes from the substrate such that the insert, may be coupled to the mold. Further, the post covers the hole on a first end, so the hole is not exposed. On the other end of the hole, a thin overlay that covers the hole. Thus, during a process where resin is added to the mold, no resin enters the hole. The insert, when added to a leaf spring, offers reinforcement on areas where there is high stress. Therefore, holes may be added to a leaf spring at areas of high stress without overly weakening the leaf spring.

Insulator

[Problem] To provide an insulator that can reduce an abnormal noise made when stopper surfaces abut and separate. [Solution] A first mounting hole engaging a vehicle body side is formed in a first portion. A second mounting hole is formed in a second portion and arranged separately from the first portion. The first portion and the second portion form a first stopper surface and a second stopper surface, respectively. At least one of the first stopper surface and the second stopper surface opposite to one another is formed in a curved surface shape as a part of a cylindrical side surface. The first stopper surface and the second stopper surface can have a non-linear property when abutting and separating. Accordingly, an abnormal noise made when abutting and separating can be reduced.

VIBRATION DAMPING DEVICE

An outer member fixed to an outer peripheral portion of a main rubber elastic body has a projecting part projecting peripherally outward. First and second assembly members each include an annular fastening plate part so that the annular fastening plate parts are superposed and fixed while clamping the projecting part to constitute a bracket supporting the projecting part. A clinch fastening part is formed such that one of the annular fastening plate parts is folded back to cover an outer peripheral rim of the other annular fastening plate part and fastened by clinching to the other annular fastening plate part with clinching force being not directly exerted on the projecting part. A locking section is provided at the annular fastening plate part of at least one of the assembly members, and the projecting part being locked and positioned relative to the annular fastening plate part. 1. A vibration damping device comprising:a main rubber elastic body;an inner member being fixed to a central portion of the main rubber elastic body;an outer member being fixed to an outer peripheral portion of the main rubber elastic body while having a projecting part projecting peripherally outward;a bracket supporting the projecting part in the outer member;a first assembly member and a second assembly member each including an annular fastening plate part so that the annular fastening plate part of the first assembly member and the annular fastening plate part of the second assembly member are superposed and fixed to each other with the projecting part between them so as to constitute the bracket;a clinch fastening part being formed such that the annular fastening plate part of one of the first assembly member and the second assembly member is folded back to cover an outer peripheral rim of the annular fastening plate part of an other one of the first assembly member and the second assembly member, and is fastened by clinching to the annular fastening plate part of the other one with ...

Vibration isolation member

A snubbed isolator is provided having an increased capability for three-dimensional damping of vibrations for a component affixed or attached to a structure through the snubbed isolator, where the snubbed isolator is attached to the structure. The snubbed isolator includes a mounting plate for attaching to the structure, an elastomeric element, and a stem for mounting the component. The elastomeric element is disposed between the mounting plate and the stem.

Device for positioning a patient interface

Disclosed is a supporting device for a patient interface on the forehead of the patient. The supporting device has an adjustment by means of a self-acting, incorporated spring element and, depending on the tightening force of the harness, the forehead pad presses onto the forehead of the user as a result of the spring force and thus provides the patient interface at a spacing which is suitable for the patient and provides optimum, fault-free adaptation.

SPRING DEVICE

The spring device includes a part using the resilient properties of the material from which the part is made. There are at least two opposite points or areas, which are to be biased. The device includes, between the points or areas, an intermediate portion including a mesh structure resulting from the assembly of optionally rectilinear segments, at least two of which lie in separate planes, both outside of the direction of bias. During the biasing, one segment is longitudinally biased by compression and the other is longitudinally biased by pulling. 1. Spring device comprising:a part having resilient properties at least two opposite points subjected to biases; andan intermediate portion, between the points, comprising a mesh structure comprised of an assembly of segments, at least two segments being extend in different planes, and both outwardly with respect to a direction of each bias, so that during biasing, one is biased longitudinally in compression and another one longitudinally in traction.2. Spring device according to claim 1 , wherein the segments are comprised of different materials chosen according to whether a segment is intended to be biased in traction or compression.3. Spring device according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least two crowns extending in two different planes, one crown being of a diameter or transverse dimensions smaller than that or those of the other one, said crowns constituting two opposite areas to be subjected to biases, and a plurality of connection segments connecting one crown to the other and forming with said crowns the mesh structure.4. Spring device according to claim 3 , wherein the outer crown is comprised of the succession of rectilinear segments extending between two neighboring connection segments.5. Spring device according to claim 3 , further comprising:at least one crown of a large diameter, being comprised of a ring, and at least two crowns of a smaller diameter, having coils coaxial to said ring and arranged on ...

Elastic bush and motor using same

An elastic bush and an electric motor using the elastic bush are proposed. The elastic bush includes a bush body having in a central portion thereof a coupling hole into which a rotating shaft is inserted, a circular separation plate spaced apart from an end of the bush body in an extending direction of the rotating shaft and coming into close contact with a neighboring associated component, and a plurality of connecting legs each connected at both ends thereof to the bush body and the separation plate, and elastically deformed to vary a relative distance between the bush body and the separation plate. An entire length of the elastic bush is varied through elastic deformation. Therefore, a gap between two components located on both sides of the elastic bush, such as a front bush and an armature assembly, may be more effectively reduced.

FLEXIBLE MODULAR ABSORPTION PANEL AND BLOCK FOR PRODUCING SUCH A PANEL

Disclosed is a panel that is produced by assembling a plurality of adjacent individual absorption blocks; each block in the panel is in the shape of a polyhedral pyramid frustum, of which the base is a regular six-sided polygon; each individual block including six lateral walls surrounded by a lower peripheral lip of which each section is provided with a complementary tenon or a mortise arranged so as to allow two adjacent individual blocks to be assembled, in particular by engagement, in the vertical direction, of a tenon and a mortise belonging respectively to one and the other of the two adjacent individual blocks. 110010100. Flexible modular panel () for absorbing shocks and/or vibrations , which is delimited by a horizontal upper impact surface and a lower parallel opposing surface , and which is produced by assembling a plurality of adjacent individual absorption blocks () , a panel () wherein:{'b': '10', 'each individual block () is in the shape of a polyhedral truncated pyramid, hollow at least in part, the base of which is a regular polygon having n sides;'} [{'b': '12', 'a horizontal upper impact wall ();'}, {'b': 14', '16, 'n contiguous vertical lateral walls () which are interconnected and connected to said upper wall ();'}], 'each individual block is delimited by{'b': 14', '18, 'the n contiguous lateral walls () are surrounded by a lower peripheral lip () which extends horizontally and radially towards the outside;'}{'b': 14', '22', '20', '10', '22', '20', '10, 'each portion of the lower lip extending along a lateral wall () is provided with a tenon () or a mortise () which are complementary to one another and are arranged so as to allow the assembly of two adjacent individual blocks (), in particular by means of interlocking, in the vertical direction, of a tenon () and a mortise () belonging to one and to the other respectively of said two adjacent individual blocks ().'}2182220. Panel according to claim 1 , wherein said polygon is a regular hexagon ...

COMBINED STRUCTURE

Proposed is a combined structure, and the combined structure includes a coupling target object having a coupling space that comprises a first space and a second space communicating with each other, a damper structure accommodated in the first space and including a flexible portion having a hollow therein and a hard portion coupled to the flexible portion and having one surface exposed to an outside, and a coupling unit accommodated in the second space, a portion of which is in contact with one surface of the hard portion. The hollow is closed from the outside in the damper structure. In response to rotation of the coupling unit in the second space, another portion different from the portion of the coupling unit comes into contact with the hard portion. 1. A combined structure comprising:a coupling target object having a coupling space that comprises a first space and a second space communicating with each other;a damper structure accommodated in the first space, and comprising a flexible portion having a hollow therein and a hard portion coupled to the flexible portion and having one surface exposed to an outside; anda coupling unit accommodated in the second space, a portion of which is in contact with one surface of the hard portion,wherein the hollow is closed from the outside in the damper structure,wherein, in response to rotation of the coupling unit in the second space, another portion different from the portion of the coupling unit comes into contact with the hard portion,wherein when the coupling unit rotates in one direction from an initial state, in which the coupling unit is inserted into the second space, to become a first rotation state, a portion where the coupling unit and the hard portion contact each other is moved in a direction toward the flexible portion further than the initial state, and thus, the hard portion is moved in the direction toward the flexible portion further than the initial state, andwherein the flexible portion is compressed and ...

RESINOUS SPRING

A resinous spring includes ring-shaped members disposed with gaps interposed therebetween in the direction of the spring axis and link members connecting adjacent ones of the ring-shaped members. Each ring-shaped member has vertex portions to each of which a first link member or a second link member is connectable, thin portions at which the ring-shaped member is reduced in thickness in the direction of the spring axis, and tapered portions at which the ring-shaped member is reduced in thickness in the direction of the spring axis gradually from the vertex portions to the thin portions. 1. A resinous spring comprising:a plurality of ring-shaped members disposed with gaps interposed therebetween in an axial direction of the spring; andlink members each connecting adjacent ones of the ring-shaped members, whereinthe link members include at least one first link member and at least one second link member for each of the ring-shaped members, the first link member and the second link member connecting the ring-shaped member to adjacent ones of the ring-shaped members on one side and the other side of the ring-shaped member, respectively,the first link member and the second link member are disposed at positions not facing each other in the axial direction of the spring, and vertex portions to each of which the first link member or the second link member is connectable,', 'thin portions where the ring-shaped member is reduced in thickness in the axial direction of the spring, and', 'tapered portions where the ring-shaped member is reduced in thickness in the axial direction of the spring gradually from the vertex portions to the thin portions., 'each of the ring-shaped members includes'}2. The resinous spring according to claim 1 , whereineach of the thin portions is disposed at a halfway point between two of the vertex portions adjacent in a circumferential direction of the ring-shaped member.3. The resinous spring according to claim 1 , whereinof the link members linked ...

Bar-shaped component loaded in torsion

A torsion spring may be formed as a bar spring or helical spring comprising a spring wire of fiber composite material. In some examples, the torsion spring comprises a number of layers of fiber reinforcement, which are impregnated with a matrix material. The layers may comprise tensile-loaded fibers and compression-loaded fibers. Groups of layers of the same loading direction may exist and, seen from an inside to an outside, the group stiffness of at least two groups may differ. Likewise, methods for making such torsion springs of fiber composite material are disclosed.

CONDENSER, RADIATOR AND FAN MODULE UPPER BRACKET ASSEMBLY WITH UNIVERSAL CARRIER AND OVER-MOLDED AND/OR PRESS FIT ELASTOMERIC ISOLATOR

A modular CRFM upper bracket assembly providing a universal carrier operatively associating an isolator to a bracket. The isolator may be over-molded with the universal carrier or press-fit thereto. The bracket provides a carrier opening with interior threading, while universal carrier provides exterior threading dimensioned and adapted to engage the interior threading, whereby the elevation of the universal carrier, and thus isolator, relative to the bracket is adjustable through selective engagement of the threading. Thereby, the gap between the top of a vibratory object to be isolated and the bottom of isolator is also adjustable, which is advantageous for accommodating different frame tolerance variations and meeting system vibrational requirements. 1. A CRFM upper bracket assembly , comprising:an annular carrier providing exterior threading;an isolator coupled to the carrier; andthe isolator dimensioned and adapted to isolate a vibratory object.2. The CRFM upper bracket assembly of claim 1 , wherein the isolator is coupled to the carrier through over-molding.3. The CRFM upper bracket assembly of claim 1 , wherein the isolator is coupled to the carrier through a press-fit connection.4. The CRFM upper bracket assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a bracket having a carrier opening adapted to selectively engage the exterior treading for operatively associating the isolator with a vibratory object.5. The CRFM upper bracket assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a bracket having a carrier opening providing interior threading dimensioned to selectively engage the exterior treading for operatively associating the isolator with a vibratory object.6. The CRFM upper bracket assembly of claim 1 , further comprisinga metal bracket having a carrier opening providing a snap fit feature; and a carrier ring comprising:a cooperating snap fit feature to associated with said snap fit feature; andan interior threading dimensioned to selectively engage the exterior treading ...

CUSHIONING RUBBER, REACTION FORCE ADJUSTING METHOD THEREOF, AND PEDESTAL

A sheet-shaped cushioning rubber including a planar base portion and a three-dimensional portion formed to rise from the base portion toward one side in a sheet thickness direction, the planar base portion and the three-dimensional portion being alternately provided in one direction of a sheet plane, wherein the three-dimensional portion includes a hollow portion that opens toward the other side in the sheet thickness direction. The three-dimensional portion is integrally provided with a first rising surface that is continuous from the base portion, a top surface, a second rising surface on a side opposite to the first rising surface, and a pair of rising surfaces on both sides in a sheet width direction, and the hollow portion opens only toward the other side in the sheet thickness direction. 1. A sheet-shaped cushioning rubber comprising:a planar base portion and a three-dimensional portion formed to rise from the base portion toward one side in a sheet thickness direction, the planar base portion and the three-dimensional portion being alternately provided in one direction of a sheet plane,wherein:the three-dimensional portion includes a hollow portion that opens toward another side in the sheet thickness direction,the three-dimensional portion is integrally provided with a first rising surface that is continuous from the base portion, a top surface, and a second rising surface on a side opposite to the first rising surface, andthe hollow portion also opens toward both sides in a sheet width direction.23-. (canceled)4. The cushioning rubber according to claim 1 , wherein a reinforcing rib that is connected to the three-dimensional portion and inhibits falling over of the three-dimensional portion is integrally provided on a plane of the base portion.5. The cushioning rubber according to claim 1 , wherein a protrusion used as a mounting margin for the cushioning rubber is integrally provided to protrude in the width direction from an end portion of the cushioning ...

VEHICLE VIBRATION SUPPRESSING STRUCTURE

A vehicle vibration suppressing structure comprises a floor panel, a storage section, and a vibration suppressing section. The floor panel includes a general portion that extends in a vehicle front-rear direction and a vehicle width direction, and a floor pan that is provided contiguously to the general portion and that is formed in a concave shape indented toward a vehicle lower side. The storage section that covers the floor pan as viewed from a vehicle upper side is attached to the general portion, and is capable of storing a storage object. The vibration suppressing section is disposed between a lower face of the storage section and a bottom wall portion of the floor pan in a state of contact with the lower face and the bottom wall portion. 1. A vehicle vibration suppressing structure comprising: a general portion that extends in a vehicle front-rear direction and a vehicle width direction, and', 'a floor pan that is provided contiguously to the general portion and that is formed in a concave shape indented toward a vehicle lower side;, 'a floor panel configuring part of a vehicle body and includinga storage section that covers the floor pan as viewed from a vehicle upper side, that is attached to the general portion, and that is capable of storing a storage object; anda vibration suppressing section that is disposed between a lower face of the storage section and a bottom wall portion of the floor pan in a state of contact with the lower face and the bottom wall portion.2. The vehicle vibration suppressing structure of claim 1 , wherein: a surrounding wall portion that extends toward the vehicle lower side from a boundary between the floor pan and the general portion and that configures a surrounding wall of the floor pan, and', 'a curved wall portion that is formed contiguously to each of the surrounding wall portion and the bottom wall portion, and that is curved so as to bulge toward an outer side of the floor pan; and, 'the floor pan further includesa lower ...

Bushing for lift axle/suspension systems

A bushing assembly pivotally connects the beams of an auxiliary lift axle/suspension system to a hanger and to an axle seat. The bushing assembly includes a pair of bushings, a metal sleeve, a pin with a threaded end, a pair of washers, and a threaded nut. The pair of bushings are disposed into an opening formed near an end of the beam. Each one of the pair of bushings includes a cylindrical wall comprising an inner end, an outer end, a central opening extending from the inner end to the outer end, an exterior surface, an interior surface, and a flange. The interior surface of the bushings includes at least one groove formed therein for preventing lubricant from escaping the bushing assembly during operation of the lift axle/suspension system while a sealing feature prevents contaminants from migrating into the bushing assembly.

Mount for High Vibration Environment

A mechanically isolating mounting for use with a level sensing gauge () comprises damping material () positioned exterior to the metal primary housing and between a primary housing of the gauge and a gauge mounting (), such that the damping material isolates the gauge mechanically from vibration and shock delivered through the gauge mounting. The gauge housing may comprise a mounting plate () or a metal enclosure () surrounding the primary housing and forming an outer housing. 1. A mechanically isolating mounting for use with a level sensing gauge having a metal primary housing , the isolating mounting comprising damping material positioned exterior to the metal primary housing and between the metal primary housing and a gauge mounting , such that the damping material isolates the gauge mechanically from vibration and shock delivered through the gauge mounting.2. The mounting of wherein the gauge housing comprises a metal enclosure surrounding the primary housing and forming an outer housing.3. The mounting of wherein the damping material comprises a damping foam mounted between the metal primary housing and gauge mounting.4. The mounting of wherein the damping material substantially surrounds the metal primary housing.5. The mounting of wherein the damping material substantially surrounds the metal primary housing.6. The mounting of wherein the damping material comprises a damping foam mounted between the metal primary housing and gauge mounting. The application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/943,292 filed Feb. 21, 2014, which is incorporated herein in its entirety.The present invention relates to mountings for level sensing gauges.Level sensing gauges are applied in many industrial environments and are typically designed to handle harsh process conditions and environments, including long term chemical exposure, extreme cold or heat and in some cases outdoor weather. Recently, however, these devices have become of interest for use in ...

Support panel

Provided is an injection molded panel having a top side and a bottom side. The panel is configured with at least an elastic portion, the elastic portion including a plurality of undulating deformable strands intersecting with one another at rigid connecting locations, the rigid connecting locations alternatingly extending at opposite sides of the panel at alternating top peaks and bottom peaks, the peaks defining together the respective top side and the bottom side.

Jounce Bumper Assembly

A striker compresses a bumper of a jounce bumper assembly. The striker includes a contact surface configured to face the bumper of the jounce bumper assembly. The striker also includes at least one ridge extending from the contact surface. The at least one ridge is engageable with the bumper for minimizing radial expansion of the bumper at the contact surface as the bumper is compressed. 1. A striker for compressing a bumper of a jounce bumper assembly , said striker comprising a contact surface configured to face the bumper of the jounce bumper assembly , with at least one ridge extending from said contact surface , and with said at least one ridge engageable with the bumper for minimizing radial expansion of the bumper at said contact surface as the bumper is compressed.2. A striker as set forth in wherein said at least one ridge presents a circular pattern on said contact surface.3. A striker as set forth in wherein said at least one ridge presents a spiral pattern on said contact surface.4. A striker as set forth in wherein said contact surface defines a recess with said at least one ridge disposed within said recess.5. A striker as set forth in wherein said recess has a depth and said at least one ridge has a height with said height of said at least one ridge is greater than said depth of said recess.6. A striker as set forth in wherein said recess has a depth and said at least one ridge has a height with said height of said at least one ridge is approximately equal to said depth of said recess.7. A striker as set forth in wherein said at least one ridge is further defined as a first ridge and a second ridge spaced from said first ridge with said first and second ridges presenting a concentric circular pattern on said contact surface.8. A striker as set forth in wherein said at least one ridge is further defined as a plurality of ridges with said plurality of ridges presenting a concentric circular pattern on said contact surface.9. A striker as set forth in ...

Mount bracket

The disclosure provides a mount bracket which is configured for a fan. The mount bracket includes a button plate, a frame and a plurality of vibration-absorbing components. The button plate is mounted with a motor mount. The frame surrounds the button plate, and the frame has an inner lateral surface and an outer lateral surface. A plurality of fixing structures protrude from the outer lateral surface of the frame. The inner lateral surface of the frame and an outer lateral surface of the button plate form an annular gap therebetween. The vibration-absorbing components are spaced apart from each other and located in the annular gap, and the vibration-absorbing components are located between and connected to the outer lateral surface of the button plate and the inner lateral surface of the frame.

STABILIZER BAR ADHESIVE MOUNT FOR A VEHICLE STABILIZER BAR, VEHICLE STABILIZER BAR HAVING A STABILIZER BAR ADHESIVE MOUNT, AND METHOD FOR FORMING A STABILIZER BAR ADHESIVE MOUNT ON A VEHICLE STABILIZER BAR

A stabilizer adhesive bearing for a vehicle stabilizer may comprise an annular sleeve having a resilient inner contour for coaxial arrangement on the vehicle stabilizer. The resilient inner contour of the annular sleeve may comprise on a side facing the vehicle stabilizer a three-dimensionally structured surface with an adhesive receiving volume. The three-dimensionally structured surface has a maximum roughness depth (R) greater than 45 μm and a core roughness depth (R) of at least 65% relative to the maximum roughness depth (R) of the three-dimensionally structured surface. The maximum roughness depth (R) is a total of the reduced tip height (R) and the reduced groove depth (R). Further, the reduced tip height (R), the reduced groove depth (R), and the core roughness depth (R) may be determined in accordance with EN ISO 13565-2: December 1997. 110.-. (canceled)11. A stabilizer adhesive bearing for a vehicle stabilizer , the stabilizer adhesive bearing comprising an annular sleeve having a resilient inner contour for coaxial arrangement on the vehicle stabilizer , wherein the resilient inner contour comprises on a side facing the vehicle stabilizer a three-dimensionally structured surface with an adhesive receiving volume , wherein the three-dimensionally structured surface has a maximum roughness depth greater than 45 μm and a core roughness depth of at least 65% relative to the maximum roughness depth of the three-dimensionally structured surface , wherein the maximum roughness depth is a total of a reduced tip height and a reduced groove depth , wherein the reduced tip height , the reduced groove depth , and the core roughness depth are determined in accordance with EN ISO 13565-2: December 1997.12. The stabilizer adhesive bearing of wherein the annular sleeve comprises in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle stabilizer a first sealing element that is disposed at a first end of the annular sleeve and a second sealing element that is disposed at a second end ...

STOPPER AND VIBRATIONPROOFING UNIT

A stopper is mounted on a vibrationproofing unit including a first bracket, a second bracket , an inside member being shaft shaped and in which the first bracket is fixed to the axial ends of the inside member, and a vibrationproofing base body including a rubber-like elastic body and coupling the outer circumferential face of the inside member and the inner circumferential face side of a tubular section of the second bracket. The stopper is plate shaped, includes a rubber-like elastic body, and includes a cushioning section disposed between the portions of the first bracket and the tubular section opposite in an axial direction of the tubular section. The cushioning section includes a thick wall section, a plurality of protrusion sections protruding from at least one face in a plate thickness direction of the thick wall section, and a thin wall section thinner than the thick wall section. 1. A stopper that is mounted on a vibrationproofing unit including a first bracket fixed to one of a power unit side and a vehicle body side , a second bracket fixed to the other of the power unit side and the vehicle body side , an inside member being shaft shaped and in which the first bracket is fixed to the axial ends of the inside member , and a vibrationproofing base body including a rubber-like elastic body and coupling the outer circumferential face of the inside member and the inner circumferential face side of a tubular section of the second bracket , the stopper being plate shaped , including a rubber-like elastic body , and including a cushioning section disposed between the portions of the first bracket and the tubular section opposite in an axial direction of the tubular section ,wherein the cushioning section includes:a thick wall section;a plurality of protrusion sections protruding from at least one face in a plate thickness direction of the thick wall section; anda thin wall section thinner than the thick wall section.2. The stopper according to claim 1 , wherein ...

ASSEMBLY FOR SUPPORTING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR, NOTABLY IN A MOTOR VEHICLE HEATING, VENTILATION AND/OR AIR CONDITIONING DEVICE

The invention relates to an assembly for supporting a motor (), which comprises two coaxial rings, these being an inner ring () able to receive one or more elements of the said motor and an outer ring () able to be fixed to a housing forming a structural element (). The assembly comprises means for limiting the tilting of the inner ring () with respect to the outer ring (), these means including an element () which projects from a first of the two rings to become housed in a housing () formed in the second of the two rings, and means () for reducing the excursion of the element () inside the said housing. 1. A support assembly for supporting a motor , comprising:two coaxial rings, one being an inner ring able to accept one or more elements of said motor and one being an outer ring able to be fixed to a casing that forms a structural element; andmeans for limiting the tilting of the inner ring with respect to the outer ring, comprising a projecting element which projects out from a first of the two rings to become housed in a housing formed in the second of the two rings, and means for reducing travel of the projecting element within said housing.2. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the travel-reducing means extend in a direction substantially parallel to an axis of revolution of the inner ring.3. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the travel-reducing means extend in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of elongation of the projecting element.4. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the travel-reducing means consists of at least one peg projecting from a wall defining said housing to extend into said housing facing a face of the projecting element.5. The assembly as claimed in claim 4 , wherein said peg extends through said wall to become lodged inside said housing.6. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the travel-reducing means comprise two pegs positioned facing one another claim 1 , projecting respectively ...

Impact Absorbing Safety Matting System with Elastomeric Sub-surface Structure

A cushioning and impact absorbing pad system with a surface layer of thickness t, and an elastomeric sub-surface structure of height h. The sub-surface structure comprises an array of elastomeric columns wherein each column has a frustoconical column wall surrounding a central void. The cross-sectional thickness of the column wall increases from the first end to the enclosed second end by a percentage within a range of greater than 125% and less than 140%. Column walls are tapered with draft angles in the range of greater than 6 degrees and less than 10 degrees. 1. A resilient pad system comprising at least one pad , the pad comprising a plurality of supporting resilient substructure hollow columns , each such column having a column wall with a cross-sectional thickness , the wall tapered from a first end to an enclosed second end;the column wall surrounding a central void, the void extending from the first end to the enclosed second end of the column;wherein the cross-sectional thickness of the column wall increases from the first end to the enclosed second end by a percentage within a range of greater than 125% and less than 140%.2. The resilient pad system of wherein the column wall taper forms a frustoconically shaped column3. The resilient pad system of wherein the enclosed second end of the column is in the form of a dome.4. The resilient pad system of wherein the plurality of hollow columns are arrayed on a uniform grid beneath the surface layer.5. The resilient pad system of wherein the plurality of hollow columns are joined to one another and to the underside of the surface layer by elastomeric linkages.6. A resilient pad system comprising at least one pad claim 4 , the pad comprising a plurality of supporting resilient substructure hollow columns claim 4 , each such column having a column wall tapered claim 4 , both inside and out claim 4 , from a first end to an enclosed second end;the column wall surrounding a central void, the void extending from the ...

VIBRATION DAMPER

The invention relates to a vibration damper, comprising: a housing, which has a first housing element and a second housing element; a first pin element for connecting to a first plate part; a second pin element for connecting to a second plate part; a first damping insert between the first pin element and the second pin element; a second damping insert between the first pin element and the first housing element; and a third damping insert between the second pin element and the second housing element. 1. A vibration damper , comprising:a housing, which has a first housing element and a second housing element,a first pin element for connection to a first plate part,a second pin element for connection to a second plate part, whereina first damping insert between the first pin element and the second pin element,a second damping insert between the first pin element and the first housing element, anda third damping insert between the second pin element and the second housing element, whereinthe first damping insert and/or the second damping insert and/or the third damping insert each comprise a gel pad and two damping plates on either side of the gel pad.2. The vibration damper according to claim 1 , wherein the second damping insert is different from the third damping insert.3. The vibration damper according to claim 2 , wherein the second damping insert has a Shore A hardness greater than the third damping insert.4. (canceled)5. The vibration damper according to claim 1 , wherein the gel pad comprises highly viscous material properties.6. The vibration damper according to claim 1 , wherein the damping plates are formed from a synthetic rubber claim 1 , in particular acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) claim 1 , or natural rubber or EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene rubber).7. The vibration damper according to claim 1 , wherein the first pin element comprises first inner cooling elements and/or the second pin element comprises second inner cooling elements.8. The vibration ...

Steering Column Damper Element and Steering Column Arrangement

A steering column damper element is arranged between an outer shaft and an inner shaft and is accommodated inside the outer shaft at least in sections and coaxially. The steering column damper element is formed as an elastomer ring that has a hardness of 40 to 80 Shore and has at least one hole running axially. 17-. (canceled)8. A steering column damper element , comprising:an elastomer having a hardness of 40 to 80 Shore; andat least one hole running axially in the steering column damper element,wherein the steering column damper element has a ring shape and is configured for arrangement between an outer shaft and an inner shaft that is accommodated inside the outer shaft at least in sections and coaxially.9. The steering column damper element of claim 8 , wherein depending on a predetermined stiffness and a predetermined decoupling behavior of the steering column damper element in an axial direction claim 8 , radial direction claim 8 , and peripheral direction the elastomer ring claim 8 , the steering column damper element hasa selected thickness,a selected length of holes,a selected number of holes,a selected distribution of holes, ora selected axial overlap between holes and a selected length of overlap between holes, wherein the holes are blind holes arranged both sides of the steering column damper element.10. The steering column damper element of claim 9 , wherein the blind holes arranged on both sides are arranged offset to one another along the elastomer ring claim 9 , wherein the number of blind holes on each side is the same.11. The steering column damper element of claim 9 , wherein the blind holes arranged on both sides are arranged offset to one another along the elastomer ring claim 9 , wherein the number of blind holes on each side is different.12. The steering column damper element of claim 8 , wherein the elastomer consists of nitrile rubber claim 8 , carboxylated nitrile rubber claim 8 , or ethylene acrylate rubber.13. The steering column damper ...

Cushions and shoe insoles comprising elastomeric material and methods of forming same

An insole for a shoe includes an insole body of elastomeric material having a first major surface and a second major surface opposite the first major surface. A distance between the first major surface and the second major surface is between about 1 mm and about 10 mm. The elastomeric material defines a plurality of voids extending through the elastomeric material from the first major surface to the second major surface. Each void has a dimension between about 1 mm and about 3 mm in a plane parallel at least one of to the first major surface and the second major surface. A minimum distance between adjacent voids is between about 0.5 mm and about 3 mm. A shoe insole includes such a cushion. A method of forming an insole for a shoe includes providing an elastomeric material within a mold to form an insole body of elastomeric material.

Pump with a spring and valve combination

A fluid pump includes a pump body having a pump inlet and a pump outlet, and a spring valve combination provided within the pump body. The spring valve combination includes a spring body having a first end portion, a second end portion and a spring section therebetween, which spring section is compressible in an axial direction from an initial condition to a compressed condition and is subsequently expandable to its initial condition; a first valve element provided at the first end portion of the spring body; and a second valve element provided at the second end portion of the spring body, wherein the spring body and the first and second valve elements are integrally formed. The first and second valve elements interact with an interior of the pump body to define a one-way inlet valve and a one-way outlet valve, respectively.

Shock absorbing device designed to be mounted to a snow sliding board

A shock absorbing device designed to be mounted to a sliding board, includes a mobile device connected to a mechanism transmitting the forces generated during the deformation of the board and including a part of a deformable viscoelastic material, such that the part is shaped in such a way that its transversal section varies longitudinally in an increasing and decreasing manner, to form hollows and ridges, wherein the distance between the hollows and/or the distance between the ridges varies during the deformation of the part.

DAMPING STOPPER

Damping stopper for a mechanism in which a housing and shaft are not only displaced axially relative to each other but but also rotated relative to each other. The damping stopper is attached to a space portion between an end surface portion on housing side and an end surface portion on shaft side which is displaced axially relative to the housing and is rotated relative to the housing and has a metal fitting on one of the end surface portions, an elastic body connected to the metal fitting, and a sliding member connected to the elastic body. The sliding member contacts the other end surface portion to contact/separate from the other end surface portion and the sliding member is slidable and rotatable relative to the other end surface portion when the shaft is rotated while the sliding member, containing resin component, contacts the other end surface portion. 1. A damping stopper which is attached to a space portion between an end surface portion provided on a housing side and an end surface portion provided on a shaft side which is displaced axially relative to the housing and is rotated relative to the housing , the damping stopper comprising:a metal fitting held on one of the end surface portions;an elastic body connected to the metal fitting; anda sliding member connected to the elastic body, whereinthe sliding member contacts another end surface portion so as to be able to contact and separate from the another end surface portion and the sliding member is slidable and rotatable relative to the another end surface portion when the shaft is rotated in a state where the sliding member contacts the another end surface portion.2. The damping stopper according to claim 1 , whereinthe sliding member contains a resin component. The present invention relates to a damping stopper having both a damping function and a stopper function. The damping stopper of the present invention is installed in a steering device and the like in the field of automobile equipment, for ...

Stabilizer bushing and bushing-equipped stabilizer bar using the same

A stabilizer bushing including: a tubular main rubber elastic body configured to be disposed about and attachable to a stabilizer bar; an inside protrusion protruding in an axial direction from an inner peripheral part of the main rubber elastic body; and a bonding surface constituted by including an inner peripheral surface of the main rubber elastic body and an inner peripheral surface of the inside protrusion, the bonding surface being configured to be bonded to an outer peripheral surface of the stabilizer bar.

ANNULAR SPRING SYSTEM

An annular spring assembly includes an annular spring, an annular first container including a first well and an annular second container including a second well. The first well and second well open towards one another and hold the annular spring therebetween. The second well is configured to telescopically receive the first well when the annular spring is compressed. 1. An annular spring assembly , comprising:an annular spring;an annular first container including a first well; andan annular second container including a second well, said first well and said second well being open towards one another and holding said spring therebetween, said second well being configured for telescopically receiving said first well when said spring is compressed.2. The annular spring assembly according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of said annular spring claim 1 , said annular first container and said annular second container has a toroidal shape.3. The annular spring assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said annular spring claim 2 , said annular first container and said annular second container each have a geometric center claim 2 , said geometric centers being aligned on a common axis.4. The annular spring assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said annular first container has a first outer radial distance and said annular second container has a second inner radial distance claim 2 , said second inner radial distance being greater than said first outer radial distance.5. The annular spring assembly according to claim 4 , wherein said annular first container has a first inner diameter and said annular second container has a second inner diameter claim 4 , said first inner diameter being equal to said second inner diameter.6. The annular spring assembly according to claim 5 , wherein said first inner diameter is configured to prevent further telescoping of said first well within said second well.7. The annular spring assembly according to claim 4 , wherein said first well has ...

Ventilated foam spring with twisting action for vehicle seat

A spring for a vehicle seat comprising a foam body having an outer surface and a plurality of outwardly-extending walls defining a plurality of recesses, wherein top and bottom surfaces of the foam body are operable between an extended position and a compressed position, wherein the plurality of recesses are vertically compressed and the top surface rotates a predetermined distance relative to the bottom surface.

Axial, Lateral and Torsional Force Dampener

A downhole tool for dampening vibrational, lateral, compressive, and tensile forces exerted on sensor equipment inside a drillstring is described. The downhole tool is housed inside the drill string. The tool generally includes a bottom end shaft for connection to the drillstring and that is telescopically engaged within a compression housing and a torsional housing. The torsional housing enables the bottom end shaft to slide axially with respect to the torsional housing whilst preventing torsional movement of the bottom end shaft relative to the torsional housing. The compression housing is connected to the sensor equipment and operatively contains a first spring between the compression housing and the bottom end shaft that absorbs compression forces between bottom end shaft and compression housing. 1. A downhole tool for connection to a drill string for dampening forces on shock-sensitive equipment inside the drill string , the downhole tool comprising:a compression housing for operative connection to the equipment;a torsional housing operatively connected to the compression housing for dampening torsional forces on the equipment,a sliding shaft for operative connection to the drill string, the sliding shaft telescopically movable inside the compression housing and the torsional housing;a first spring assembly operatively contained between the compression housing and the sliding shaft for dampening compression forces between the sliding shaft and the compression housing, the first spring assembly for dampening compression forces transmitted to the equipment;wherein the torsional housing has at least one longitudinal slot operatively containing at least one pin which is engaged in a recess on the sliding shaft to allow axial movement and limit rotational movement of the sliding shaft relative to the torsional housing;wherein in operation, the downhole tool and the equipment are housed inside the drill string.2. The downhole tool of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

DAMPER FOR ELEVATOR, AND ELEVATOR

A damper for elevator, and an elevator, that enable reduction of the maximum deceleration of a lifting/lowering body by suppressing deformation of a foamed body for absorbing impact. The damper for elevator includes: urethane foam having a collision surface with which a lifting/lowering body is to collide; and an outer peripheral member attached to the outer side of the side-part surface of the urethane foam and having an inner side surface bowed outward, wherein impact by collision of the lifting/lowering body is buffered by deformations of the urethane foam and the outer peripheral member. 1. A damper for elevator comprising:a foamed body having, at an upper part, a collision surface with which a lifting/lowering body is to collide; andan outer peripheral member which is attached to an outer side of a side-part surface of the foamed body, the outer peripheral member being bowed outward such that a center part thereof in a height direction on a side facing the side-part surface protrudes outward relative to an upper end part that is on the upper part side and on the side facing the side-part surface, and relative to a lower end part that is on a side opposite to the upper part and on the side facing the side-part surface, whereinimpact by collision of the lifting/lowering body is buffered by deformations of the foamed body and the outer peripheral member.2. The damper for elevator according to claim 1 , whereina height of the outer peripheral member is not less than 50% of a height of the foamed body.3. A damper for elevator comprising:a foamed body having, at an upper part, a collision surface with which a lifting/lowering body is to collide; andan outer peripheral member which is attached to an outer side of a side-part surface of the foamed body and of which a side facing the side-part surface is bowed outward, whereina height of the outer peripheral member is not greater than a height of the foamed body, andimpact by collision of the lifting/lowering body is ...

UNIT BEARING HAVING A CARRYING ELEMENT AND PRODUCTION METHOD

A unit bearing includes a bearing body configured to be received by a rigid bearing housing provided with an opening on at least one side, a carrier element and at least one support member engaging the rigid bearing housing through the opening. The bearing body includes elastomer abutments. The elastomer abutments are disposed between the rigid bearing housing and the support member. The carrier element is disposed between the support member and the elastomer abutments. The unit bearing is configured such that relative movements of the bearing body with respect to the bearing housing caused by loading of the support member along three mutually orthogonal directions are limited by the elastomer abutments. 112-. (canceled)13. A unit bearing , comprising:a carrier element;a bearing body configured to be received by a rigid bearing housing provided with an opening on at least one side, the bearing body including elastomer abutments;at least one support member engaging the rigid bearing housing through the opening;wherein the elastomer abutments are disposed between the rigid bearing housing and the at least one support member;wherein the carrier element is disposed between the support member and the elastomer abutments and spaces the support member from all of the elastomer abutments; andwherein the unit bearing is configured such that relative movements of the bearing body with respect to the bearing housing caused by loading of the support member along three mutually orthogonal directions are limited by the elastomer abutments.14. A unit bearing in accordance with claim 13 , wherein the carrier element similarly spaces the support member from all of the elastomer abutments.15. A unit bearing in accordance with claim 13 , wherein the carrier element forms at least one shape fit with at least one region of the support member in the position of use.16. A unit bearing in accordance with claim 13 , wherein the support member has at least one cutout defined therein and the ...

BUFFER STOPPER

A buffer stopper capable of increasing an absorbable energy amount without causing changes in characteristics due to wear of a buffer body. In order to achieve the object, the buffer body containing a rubber elastic body disposed between an end surface formed in a housing and an end surface formed in a shaft which is relatively movable in the axial direction with respect to the housing and a wear resistant sheet which is provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the buffer body and which can contact an inner peripheral surface of the housing by expansion and deformation in the radial direction of the buffer body are provided. 1. A buffer stopper comprising:a buffer body containing a rubber elastic body disposed between an end surface formed in a housing and an end surface formed in a shaft which is relatively movable in an axial direction with respect to the housing; anda wear resistant sheet which is provided so as to surround an outer peripheral surface of the buffer body and which can contact an inner peripheral surface of the housing by expansion and deformation in a radial direction of the buffer body.2. The buffer stopper according to claim 1 , whereinthe wear resistant sheet contains cloth having elasticity. The present invention relates to a buffer stopper attached as a buffer unit to an end portion of a steering rack in a steering gear of vehicles, for example.An apparatus in which a shaft and a housing may collide with each other in the axial direction as in a steering rack and a rack housing of a steering gear of vehicles, for example, is provided with a buffer stopper for the purpose of preventing noise and breakage caused by a shock.illustrates a buffer stopper according to a conventional technique in an attachment state. In , the reference numeral denotes a housing and the reference numeral denotes a shaft passed through the housing so as to be reciprocatable in the axial direction. The buffer stopper is disposed between an end surface ...

Wall and ceiling acoustical isolator

An acoustical isolating device used to minimize or eliminate noise or vibrations between the walls/ceilings and building structures is contemplated. The contemplated device includes a specially designed/configured steel spring with unique structural elements, cylindrical grommets, and a washer releasably affixed to one of the grommets.

Wear Disc for Suspension

A method includes inserting a wear disc into the void between the eye portion of a strut and the yoke arrangement of a chassis or an undercarriage.